Ramakrishna Hospital

Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBG) play an important part in women's healthcare by maintaining their well-being at all stages of their lives. Access to quality OBG services is essential, whether for routine check-ups, prenatal care, or specialized therapies. At  Ramakrishna Hospital , we have a team of experienced and qualified OBG specialists who provide comprehensive and personalized care for our patients. In this blog, we will discuss what is Obstetrics and Gynaecology and how we can help you with your reproductive health needs. Understanding Obstetrics and Gynaecology: Obstetrics focuses on the care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It encompasses prenatal care, monitoring foetal development, managing complications during pregnancy, and assisting with labor and delivery. On the other hand, gynaecology deals with the health of the female reproductive system, covering areas such as menstrual health, contraception, fertility issues, menopause, and the...

When it comes to children, every parent's priority is their safety and well-being. However, children, especially toddlers, have a natural curiosity that often leads them to explore their surroundings, sometimes with unintended consequences. One such consequence is foreign body ingestion, a common pediatric emergency that requires prompt attention. Understanding Foreign Body Ingestion: Foreign body ingestion happens when a child consumes objects that should not be consumed, such as coins, buttons, toys, batteries, or even small food items. While most foreign bodies pass through the digestive tract without causing harm, some can get lodged in the esophagus, stomach, or intestines, leading to serious complications such as perforation, blockage, or infection. Ramakrishna Hospital: Located in the heart of Bangalore, Ramakrishna Hospitals stands as a beacon of excellence in pediatric surgery. With a dedicated team of pediatric surgeons, nurses, and support staff, the hospital provides co...

  Vaccination in the young elderly Our elderly population is setting new bench mark in terms of fitness levels, longer and healthier lifespan, and of course zest for life. 65 is the new 45 ! To help our elderly and wise in  leading a disease  free life, and helping them travel, experience life to the fullest without any fear of getting under the weather, or staying back at home due to illnesses, vaccinations are advised worldwide. Yes, vaccines are not just for the paediatric age group ! In terms of immunity,  paediatric age group  and elderly are considered similar, they are more vulnerable to all the microbes in the atmosphere, and diseases can be dreadful with the weakened immune system in elderly. Certain vaccines are annual, like the flu vaccine, and certain vaccines such as Pneumonia vaccine, have a 1 to 2 dose schedule providing life time protection. It's best to meet your health care provider or the treating physician to discuss more about this and to kn...