Suchitra Pandya

Yes, hormonal changes can cause mild headaches. But make sure to get your thyroid and BP checked regularly as they can also cause this.

Honestly, keeping dry crackers at my office desk saved my life. Don't let your stomach stay empty for long, try to snack on small portions every two hours.

This is the time when the soul inside is growing beautifully, so accept your changing body with gratitude. Gaining a few kilos is just God's way of preparing you for motherhood. Eat healthy, keep your thoughts positive, and take good care of yourself.

Actually, gentamicin is not considered fully safe during pregnancy [2.1.1]. It's an aminoglycoside antibiotic, and studies show it can sometimes affect the baby's kidneys or hearing if taken systemically. My doctor said they only use it if there's no other choice for a severe infection.

A standard pregnancy test strip costs barely 50 rupees, so definitely start with that before planning any expensive doctor visits. If it shows positive, you'll need to budget for regular scans and consultations anyway. For light bleeding that goes on for 3 months, seeing a government hospital or private gynac is the most sensible next step.