Question 1

Where does Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar practice?

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Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar practices at Dr Kumar's Speciality Hospital - Chromepet.

Question 2

How can I take Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar's appointment ?

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You can take Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar's appointment online through Practo for in-clinic visit with the doctor.

Question 3

What is Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar's education qualification?

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Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology. You can book the doctor through the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 4

What does Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar specialises in ?

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Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar specialises as Gynecologist.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar have?

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Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar has an overall experience of 10 years. View where has Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar?

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Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar is a Gynecologist in Chromepet, Chennai and has an experience of 10 years in this field. Dr. Shwetha Selvakumar practices at Dr Kumar's Speciality Hospital in Chromepet, Chennai. She completed MBBS from Bharath University in 2015 and MS - Obstetrics & Gynaecology from The Tamilnadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2020.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is a Gynaecologist?

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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?

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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?

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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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