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TAILORED PAIN MANAGEMENT FOR PAIN AFTER DELIVERY
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has recommended that Paracetamol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories e.g. Voltaren/Indocid be used in preference for gynaecological pain. Opioid based drugs such as Panadeine Forte or Endone should be reserved for more severe pain. Read more
The World Health Organization W.H.O. recommends all women receive an influenza vaccination if they are to be pregnant during the winter months. This improves outcomes for both mothers and babies. Read more
A recent study in “Maturitas” 2018 showed low Vitamin D levels are associated with higher triglycerides and low high density lipoproteins (LDL cholesterols) and with high insulin levels in postmenopausal women. Being outdoors allows Vitamin D absorption. It may be that in this group of postmenopausal women, Vitamin D supplementation has a role in improving […] Read more
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THE USE OF LASER FOR VAGINAL SYMPTOMS
An extensive literature review concerning the use of laser for vulvovaginal symptoms was reviewed in the most recent Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, April 2018. While there does appear to be some benefit from largely observational studies and small retrospective trials, there is no large randomised controlled trial concerning the safety […] Read more
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THE SAFETY OF IRON INFUSIONS IN PREGNANCY
The April edition of the 2018 Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, studied the use of intravenous iron infusions in pregnant women with iron deficiency anaemia who were unable to tolerate iron. This has shown to be generally a safe procedure and is a good treatment for anaemia for women who are […] Read more