premature labor

Premature Labor

Premature labor, also known as preterm labor, occurs when uterine contractions begin to open the cervix after 20 weeks and before 37 completed weeks of…
premature infant

Premature Infants

A premature infant, also referred to as a preterm baby, is born before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation. With advancements in neonatal care,…
premature ejaculation

Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation (PE) is one of the most common male sexual dysfunctions, defined as ejaculation that occurs sooner than desired—either before or shortly after penetration—causing…
pregnancy contraception

Pregnancy Contraception

Pregnancy contraception refers to the intentional prevention of pregnancy through various birth control methods. These methods work by inhibiting ovulation, fertilization, or implantation of a…
pregnancy

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a transformative physiological state, characterized by the development of a fetus within the uterus, beginning with conception and culminating in childbirth. Spanning approximately…
precocious puberty

Precocious Puberty

Precocious puberty refers to the onset of puberty at an unusually early age—before 8 in girls and before 9 in boys. This condition accelerates the…
pre-op apprehension

Pre-Op Apprehension

Pre-op apprehension, also referred to as preoperative anxiety, describes the psychological distress experienced by patients before undergoing surgery. This emotional state, characterized by fear, worry,…