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27/10/2025

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🩸 HEPATITIS B & C: SILENT BUT DANGEROUS LIVER INFECTIONS 🩸Many people live with Hepatitis B or C without knowing it — un...
09/10/2025

🩸 HEPATITIS B & C: SILENT BUT DANGEROUS LIVER INFECTIONS 🩸

Many people live with Hepatitis B or C without knowing it — until serious liver damage has occurred.
These viruses attack the liver and can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, or liver cancer if not detected and treated early.

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⚕️ What Are They?

Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) are viral infections spread mainly through contact with infected blood and body fluids.

While Hepatitis B can be prevented by vaccination, there is no vaccine for Hepatitis C — but it can be cured with modern drugs.

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⚠️ Risk Factors

You may be at risk if you:

Received blood transfusions before 1992 (when screening wasn’t strict)

Share needles, blades, or toothbrushes

Have unprotected s*x with multiple partners

Work in healthcare or handle blood

Have tattoos or piercings done with unsterile equipment

Were born to an infected mother

Live with someone who has chronic hepatitis

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🛡️ Prevention

✅ Get vaccinated against Hepatitis B (safe and effective).
✅ Use sterile needles and equipment for injections, piercings, and tattoos.
✅ Avoid sharing sharp objects.
✅ Practice safe s*x.
✅ Ensure blood and surgical materials are properly screened and sterilized.
✅ Pregnant women should be screened during antenatal care to prevent transmission to the baby.

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💊 Treatment

Hepatitis B:

No complete cure yet, but antiviral medications (like tenofovir or entecavir) effectively control the virus and prevent complications.

Lifelong monitoring is essential.

Hepatitis C:

Completely curable with oral Direct-Acting Antivirals (DAAs) taken for 8–12 weeks (e.g., sofosbuvir + velpatasvir, glecaprevir + pibrentasvir).

Cure rates are above 95%!

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💡 Key Message

Early testing saves lives.
If you’ve never been screened for Hepatitis B or C — do it today.
Both conditions can be managed, treated, or even cured when detected early.



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Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Chukwudi Madueme, Gibson Isang, Van Prince Nnamdi
04/10/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Chukwudi Madueme, Gibson Isang, Van Prince Nnamdi

27/09/2025

💔 Understanding Miscarriage: Causes, Treatment & Prevention 💔

Miscarriage, also called spontaneous abortion, is the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks. It is a painful experience—emotionally and physically—and many women often blame themselves. But the truth is most miscarriages are not the mother’s fault.

👩‍⚕️ Common Causes of Miscarriage

Chromosomal abnormalities in the baby (most common)

Uncontrolled medical conditions (diabetes, thyroid disease, hypertension)

Infections

Uterine abnormalities (fibroids, septum, adhesions)

Hormonal problems

Lifestyle factors: smoking, alcohol, drug use

Advanced maternal age

⚕️ Treatment
Management depends on the type of miscarriage:

Expectant management: allowing the miscarriage to complete naturally.

Medical management: medications to help empty the uterus.

Surgical management: dilation and curettage (D&C) or evacuation if needed.
Emotional support and counseling are also very important.

🌸 Prevention & Reducing Risk
While not all miscarriages can be prevented, steps can be taken to reduce risk:

Attend preconception and antenatal clinics.

Control chronic medical conditions.

Take folic acid before and during pregnancy.

Avoid smoking, alcohol, and harmful substances.

Maintain a healthy weight and balanced lifestyle.

Seek medical care early if you have vaginal bleeding, severe abdominal pain, or loss of pregnancy symptoms.

✨ Key Message
Miscarriage is more common than many realize, but it does not mean the end of your journey to motherhood. With proper medical care, most women go on to have healthy pregnancies. You are not alone, and help is available.
For personal gynecological consultation, contact 09094493681 on WhatsApp.Consultation is not free.

👩‍⚕️ S*x Selection: Can You Choose Your Baby’s Gender? 👶💙💖One of the most common questions couples ask is: “Doctor, how ...
27/09/2025

👩‍⚕️ S*x Selection: Can You Choose Your Baby’s Gender? 👶💙💖

One of the most common questions couples ask is: “Doctor, how can we make sure we have a baby boy (or girl)?”
Let’s separate myths from facts.

🔹 The Science Behind Baby’s S*x

A baby’s s*x is determined by the father’s s***m.

Eggs from the mother always carry an X chromosome.

S***m carry either X (girl) or Y (boy).

If an X s***m fertilizes the egg → Girl (XX).

If a Y s***m fertilizes the egg → Boy (XY).

🔹 Popular Theories (Not Scientifically Proven):

Timing of s*x (Shettles method): s*x close to ovulation is believed to favor boys, while earlier may favor girls.

Diet: some believe alkaline diets favor boys and acidic diets favor girls.

S*x positions: theories exist but lack strong scientific evidence.

These methods may have anecdotal support, but none are guaranteed.

🔹 Medically Reliable Methods (but limited and often regulated):

S***m sorting techniques (like MicroSort – not widely available).

IVF with Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT): embryos are created in the lab and tested for s*x before transfer. This is accurate but expensive, invasive, and often restricted by law to medical reasons (e.g., preventing s*x-linked genetic diseases).

⚠️ Ethical Considerations
Routine s*x selection for non-medical reasons is controversial and discouraged in many countries because it can lead to gender imbalance and ethical concerns.

✨ Key Takeaway
While natural tips are widely discussed, there is no guaranteed natural way to choose your baby’s s*x. What truly matters is a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery. Every child — boy or girl — is a precious gift.

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🌸 Understanding Infertility: Hope Through Knowledge & Care 🌸Infertility is a common challenge that affects many couples,...
24/09/2025

🌸 Understanding Infertility: Hope Through Knowledge & Care 🌸

Infertility is a common challenge that affects many couples, yet it is often misunderstood and surrounded by stigma.
Medically, infertility is defined as the inability to conceive after 12 months of regular, unprotected in*******se (or 6 months if the woman is over 35).

👩‍⚕️ Causes of Infertility
Infertility can affect both men and women, and common causes include:

Female factors: Ovulation disorders, blocked fallopian tubes, uterine abnormalities, hormonal imbalances.

Male factors: Low s***m count, poor s***m motility, abnormal s***m shape, hormonal issues.

Combined or unexplained causes in some couples.

💡 Good News: Infertility is treatable in many cases.

✅ Management Options

Lifestyle modifications: healthy weight, balanced diet, quitting smoking/alcohol, reducing stress.

Medications to induce ovulation or correct hormonal problems.

Surgical interventions for blocked tubes, fibroids, or endometriosis.

Assisted Reproductive Techniques (ART):

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Intracytoplasmic S***m Injection (ICSI)

🌟 Key Takeaway
Infertility is a medical condition, not a stigma. With the right evaluation and treatment, many couples go on to have healthy children. The first step is seeking help early from a qualified healthcare provider.

✨ Remember: Hope is not lost — science, care, and compassion can make parenthood possible.


DR Sandra Ibeabuchi
Doctor Umu Nwanyi

🌸 Gestational Diabetes: What Every Pregnant Woman Should Know 🌸Pregnancy is a time of joy, but it also brings unique hea...
23/09/2025

🌸 Gestational Diabetes: What Every Pregnant Woman Should Know 🌸

Pregnancy is a time of joy, but it also brings unique health concerns. One of these is Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) – a type of diabetes that develops only during pregnancy.

👩‍⚕️ What is Gestational Diabetes?
It occurs when the body cannot make enough insulin to handle the extra demands of pregnancy, leading to high blood sugar levels.

⚠️ Who is at Risk?

Women with a family history of diabetes

Women who are overweight or obese

Previous history of GDM

Women above 30 years

History of delivering a big baby (>4kg)

📌 Possible Complications if Not Controlled

Large baby (macrosomia), increasing the chance of Caesarean section

High blood pressure and pre-eclampsia

Low blood sugar in the newborn

Higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life for both mother and child

✅ Good News!
Gestational diabetes can be managed with:

Healthy eating

Regular physical activity (as advised by your doctor)

Blood sugar monitoring

Medication or insulin, if necessary

💡 Remember: Most women with GDM deliver healthy babies when it is detected early and properly managed.

👉 Key Takeaway:
Always attend your antenatal visits. Routine screening for gestational diabetes is a vital part of safe motherhood. Early detection saves lives.



Dr Sandra Ibeabuchi
Doctor Umu Nwanyi

🌸 Understanding Pre-eclampsia & Eclampsia in Pregnancy 🌸Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it sometimes comes with he...
22/09/2025

🌸 Understanding Pre-eclampsia & Eclampsia in Pregnancy 🌸

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey, but it sometimes comes with health challenges that require close attention.
One of the most serious conditions we see in pregnant women is Pre-eclampsia, and in more severe cases, Eclampsia.

👩‍⚕️ What is Pre-eclampsia?
Pre-eclampsia is a condition that usually develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy, characterized by:

High blood pressure

Protein in the urine

Swelling of the face, hands, or feet (sometimes sudden and severe)

If not detected and managed early, pre-eclampsia can progress to Eclampsia, which is when seizures (convulsions) occur. This can be life-threatening for both mother and baby.

⚠️ Warning Signs to Look Out For:

Persistent headache

Blurred vision or flashing lights in the eyes

Sudden swelling of the face, hands, or legs

Severe abdominal pain

Decreased urine output

💡 Why it Matters
Pre-eclampsia and eclampsia remain major causes of maternal and newborn illness and death globally, but the good news is that with early detection, proper monitoring, and timely medical care, most complications can be prevented.

✅ What You Can Do:

Attend all your antenatal visits

Report any unusual symptoms immediately

Monitor your blood pressure regularly during pregnancy

Follow your doctor’s advice closely

👶 A safe pregnancy starts with awareness and timely action.
Let’s spread the word—every mother deserves a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery!
Dr Sandra Ibeabuchi
Doctor Umu Nwanyi

Rest in peace, Dr. Femi Rotifa.Gone so soon
03/09/2025

Rest in peace, Dr. Femi Rotifa.
Gone so soon

My house officer gave me this portrait. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
30/08/2025

My house officer gave me this portrait. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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