Question 1

Where does Dr. B. Lalitham practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. B. Lalitham practices at Dr. B. Lalitham Clinic - Besant Nagar.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. B. Lalitham?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. B. Lalitham for Percardiocentesis, Cervical Cerclage, Amniocentesis. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. B. Lalitham's education qualification?

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Dr. B. Lalitham has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Question 4

What does Dr. B. Lalitham specialises in ?

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Dr. B. Lalitham specialises as Gynecologist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. B. Lalitham have?

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Dr. B. Lalitham has an overall experience of 59 years. View where has Dr. B. Lalitham practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. B. Lalitham?

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Dr. B. Lalitham is a Gynecologist in Besant Nagar, Chennai and has an experience of 59 years in this field. Dr. B. Lalitham practices at Dr. B. Lalitham Clinic in Besant Nagar, Chennai. She completed MBBS from Thiruvananthapuram Medical College in 1967 and MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology from Thiruvananthapuram Medical College in 1974. She is a member of Indian Medical Association (IMA). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Percardiocentesis,Cervical Cerclage,Amniocentesis,ADENA System and Adiana System etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is a Gynaecologist?

Accepted Answer

Gynaecology is the medical specialization that deals with the female reproductive system. Hence, a Gynaecologist is a doctor who specializes in the health and the problems of the female reproductive system that includes the vagina, ovaries, uterus and breasts. Additionally, gynaecologists are also trained in Obstetrics and hence can deal with pregnancy and child birth too.

Question 8

Is there a difference between Gynaecologist & Obstetrician?

Accepted Answer

Where a Gynaecologist deals with the health and wellbeing of the female reproductive system, an Obstetrician specializes in pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care. A Gynaecologist is trained in Obstetrics too. Hence, when a woman is pregnant, she can either consult a Gynaecologist or an Obstetrician, but for issues related to the female reproductive system, she should consult with a Gynaecologist.

Question 9

What are the common procedures performed by a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician?

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Gynaecologist:

1.	Dilation and Curettage (D&C) – The uterine lining is removed either by suction or with a curette. 
2.	Hysteroscopy– A hysteroscopy treats minor conditions inside the uterus in a non-invasive manner.

Obstetrician:

1.	Normal delivery - An Obstetrician helps in childbirth.
2.	C-section – In case of any complications, the Obstetrician operates on the patient to ensure safe childbirth.

Question 10

Does a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician treat infertility in women?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician is trained to deal with infertility and related health issues in women. Consulting a Gynaecologist can be a great way to understand and evaluate the reason for infertility and explore the various avenues of treatment available. In case of infertility in women, you should consult with your Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, who will then refer to a specialist if required.

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