Abortion is a procedure to terminate a pregnancy. It is either done by taking medicines or performing a surgical procedure. If you are less than 10 weeks pregnant, you can have a medical abortion at home after an initial appointment with a doctor in Pakistan. Abortion is of two types i.e., medication abortion and Procedural abortion. In medication abortion, medicines are used to end the pregnancy. It is also known as abortion with pills or medical abortion. In procedural abortion, a procedure is done to remove the fetus or pregnancy from the uterus. It is also known as surgical abortion.…
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Muscle pain also known as Myalgia is a symptom of an infection, injury, disease, or any other health condition. A person may feel a steady, deep ache or random sharp pains. Some people have muscular pain in specific areas of the body, while others have pain all over the body. Every person experiences muscular pain differently. Muscle pain that is in the whole body is mostly due to an infection like the flu. Muscular pain can also be a side effect of certain medicines. As there are muscle tissues in the whole body; therefore, muscular pain can be felt in any part…
LAHORE – Public and private schools in all cities of Punjab, including Lahore, will have new school timings in Punjab after Eid-ul-Fitr 2024. The reduced hours were being followed for the Holy Month of Ramadan 2024. During Ramadan 2024, the authorities have lessened the hours of educational institutions. During Ramadan, the morning shift was from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm from Monday to Thursday. On Friday, the school timings were from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. For the second shift, the timings were from 1 pm to 4 pm. All public and private schools have announced public holidays till April…
Anarkali fruit is a type of edible cactus fruit. It is a delicious and sweet fruit that has many health benefits. It has been used in Mexican cuisine and in the American Southwest and beyond. Many parts of the Anarkali plant are edible and are used in juices, cocktails, jams, and other dishes. Moreover, it has an impressive nutritional profile and protects the body from many diseases. Anarkali fruits have antioxidants, vitamins, and plant pigments, including betalains and carotenoids that help in reducing inflammation in the body. In this blog, we will look into the meaning of Anarkali fruit in…
Rain, wind, and thunderstorms are likely in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and other parts of Pakistan on Eid-ul-Fitr. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), continental air prevails over most parts of the country. A westerly wave will likely enter the upper parts of Pakistan from April 10, 2024 (evening or night). Under these weather conditions, primarily dry weather is expected in the twin cities (Islamabad/Rawalpindi) and most of Pakistan on Tuesday evening or night. However, in plain areas, hot weather is expected. On Wednesday and Thursday, rain, wind, and thunderstorms are expected in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Potohar region, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and…
Pakistanis will observe the Shawwal moon sighting on April 9, 2024, to celebrate the Eid-ul-Fitr on April 10, 2024. The top moon sighting committee of Pakistan, Ruet-e-Hilal, will bring together a meeting to observe the Shawwal Moon. Abdul Khabir Azad will chair the central committee meeting along with other zonal committees in provincial capitals. After moon sightings, there is great anticipation and excitement among people of all ages as Eid is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. On this occasion, Muslims pray special prayers, have delicious foods, exchange gifts, and spend time with family and friends. Muslims wear new…
Menstrual cramps or period pain is often termed as Dysmenorrhea. It is cramping or throbbing pain in the lower abdominal region. It is common to have menstrual cramps before and during the periods. For some women, the discomfort is only annoying. For others, period pain can be severe and affect their daily activities every month. Apart from just pain, you can also have other symptoms, including lower back pain, diarrhea, nausea, headaches, etc. It is normal to have bearable and annoying period pain every month. However, if the pain is severe enough to affect your daily life activities, it is…
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the first solar eclipse in Pakistan 2024 will be on April 8 and 9, 2024. The partial solar eclipse 2024 will start at 8:48 pm PST while the total eclipse will begin at 9:38 pm PST and will reach a maximum at 11:27 pm PST.The total eclipse will end at 12:55 am PST on April 9, 2024, and the partial eclipse will conclude at 1:52 am PST.Will Solar Eclipse Visibility be Visible in Pakistan?The first solar eclipse of 2024 will be visible from the West in Europe, North America, South America, the Pacific,…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a group of symptoms that occur together such as changes in the bowel movement, diarrhea, constipation, or consistent pain in the abdominal area. It is a long-term (Chronic) condition that can be managed by making certain changes in lifestyle and behavioral therapy. IBS does not cause tissue damage in the gastrointestinal tract or increase the risk of conditions, including colon cancer. The symptoms of IBS are usually managed through diet, medication, or lifestyle changes. Moreover, doctors also recommend the best IBS medicine in Pakistan to relieve IBS symptoms. This blog will look into the causes,…
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a medical condition that affects females. In this, the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens (male sex hormones) that are normally present in women in small quantities. This causes an imbalance in the reproductive hormones. Therefore, women with PCOS have irregular menstrual cycles, unpredictable ovulation, and missed periods. The name Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is because many small cysts (fluid-filled sacs) form on the ovaries. In the ultrasound, small follicle cysts are visible on the ovaries. On the other hand, some women have PCOS but their ovaries do not have small cysts. PCOS is…