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Dr. G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D.
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Gynecology
Dr. G. Lara Bhatnagar is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Irvine, CA. Dr. Bhatnagar specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Bhatnagar can treat a number of healthrelated issues including minimally invasive surgeries and infertility. Dr Bhatnagar also treats women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through menopause.
33 years
Experience
Dr. G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D.
- Irvine, CA
- Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India
- Accepting new patients
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Can a pregnant woman catch covid-19?
Yes! And there are early reports of causing some placental insufficiency as well.
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G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
Is white discharge a sign of pregnancy?
No.
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G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
Can I eat cooked sushi while pregnant?
Yes. But as a general rule, please limit your seafood consumption to 1 pound of seafood per week. cdc.gov has a page on seafood in pregnancy and it lists which specific kinds of READ MORE
Yes. But as a general rule, please limit your seafood consumption to 1 pound of seafood per week. cdc.gov has a page on seafood in pregnancy and it lists which specific kinds of fish are okay and which are less so. Use that please and refer to that as a reference.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
Can you ovulate 48 hours after LH surge?
Yes. It is possible.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
G. Lara Bhatnagar, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, F.I.C.S.
Does breastfeeding help you lose weight?
Yes. If your calorie intake is not increased. Weight is a balance of calorie intake vs output. Breast feeding does use additional calories.
Is zinc good for getting pregnant?
Zinc has antioxidant properties. Beyond that there is no additional benefit. Some studies have shown improved sperm motility While others have refuted that claim. Folic acid supplementation READ MORE
Zinc has antioxidant properties. Beyond that there is no additional benefit. Some studies have shown improved sperm motility While others have refuted that claim. Folic acid supplementation when you are trying to conceive on the other hand has beneficial effects on the neural tube development so taking it while you are trying is a good idea.
What should your diet be when you're pregnant?
Please review this:
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Do ovarian cysts need to be removed?
Not always. It depends on the nature and size of the cyst and your symptoms. This is one of the things where the response has to be individualized.
What can I drink besides water while pregnant?
Coconut water is an acceptable alternative. If the taste of water is an issue, you may soak some slices of fruit (lemon, cucumber, etc.) overnight to add flavor (yet very few calories) READ MORE
Coconut water is an acceptable alternative. If the taste of water is an issue, you may soak some slices of fruit (lemon, cucumber, etc.) overnight to add flavor (yet very few calories) and it makes a very healthy, refreshing drink.
Does folic acid help to get pregnant fast?
No. Folic acid plays a role in. Rural tube development of the fetus which sets in even before you know that you are pregnant and that is the rationale behind recommending folic READ MORE
No. Folic acid plays a role in. Rural tube development of the fetus which sets in even before you know that you are pregnant and that is the rationale behind recommending folic acid to women who are trying to get pregnant.
When should a pregnant woman get a flu shot?
ACOG considers flu vaccine to be safe during pregnancy. Therefore you should ideally get it at the start of the flu season. FYI, Period of major organ development is during the READ MORE
ACOG considers flu vaccine to be safe during pregnancy. Therefore you should ideally get it at the start of the flu season. FYI, Period of major organ development is during the first 12 weeks. Concerns about affecting the baby adversely are the highest during that period.
Does holding your legs up help you get pregnant?
There is no evidence to support this claim
Is a c-section intense abdominal surgery?
C. Section is major abdominal surgery and should be considered for medical reasons only.
Will I have trouble walking after a C-section?
The first 2-4 weeks are the most difficult but each week it gets easier. Most doctors want their patients to start walking the very next day. It is a little painful at first because READ MORE
The first 2-4 weeks are the most difficult but each week it gets easier. Most doctors want their patients to start walking the very next day. It is a little painful at first because the abdominal muscles are healing and there are stitches in that area. Some patients find it easier to talk with an abdominal binder on.
