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The goal of this blog is to use my expertise to cover the topics that matter to you. For this blog to be an interactive place, I invite you to ask your questions on a gynecological/obstetrics theme via the following link.
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC): Dream or Reality?
Just yesterday, while reading through patient testimonies, I came across the moving story of a woman who gave birth vaginally after four...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Sep 12, 20253 min read
Can a couple be ‘incompatible’ when it comes to the desire for a child?”
Dear Doctor, I have been in a relationship for three years, and we are now preparing our wedding. I have never undergone any...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Sep 5, 20253 min read
Miscarriage – What You Should Know About Signs, Causes, and Coping
A miscarriage, or spontaneous abortion, is a loss of pregnancy that generally occurs before the 24th week of gestation . It affects...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Aug 29, 20252 min read
Conceiving Despite the Distance: Solutions and Medical Advice
Many couples dream of starting a family but are faced with the challenge of living far apart — sometimes in different cities, countries,...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Aug 22, 20252 min read
False Myths About 'Virginity' and the Hymen
In many societies, the notion of virginity holds an important place, often at the heart of cultural, familial, or religious values. It is...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Aug 15, 20253 min read
Intimate Odors: What Is Normal or Not, and What to Do
Intimate odors are a sensitive topic and often a source of concern for women. It is important to understand what is normal, what may...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Aug 8, 20252 min read
🇨🇭 August 1st – Swiss National Day: Reflections of a Gynaecologist Living in Cameroon
Today is August 1st – Swiss National Day.For the past three years, I’ve been living in Cameroon, where I opened my own obstetrics and...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Aug 1, 20252 min read
Natural Treatments to Boost Fertility: What Really Works
Fertility is a concern for many couples hoping to conceive. Before considering intensive medical treatments, several natural solutions...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jul 25, 20253 min read
How Can a Utero-Ovarian Adhesion Be Released – and Is It Really Necessary?
Dear Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui, During my pelvic ultrasound, I was told that my ovary is stuck to my uterus… Is this serious? Could it...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jul 18, 20253 min read
Spotting: When Bleeding Occurs Outside Your Period – Should You Be Concerned?
Spotting refers to light bleeding that occurs outside of your regular menstrual cycle . It can appear pink, red, or brown, and while it...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jul 11, 20252 min read
Did you know that if you want three children, you should start trying by age 23?!
It sounds dramatic — but it’s based on a solid scientific study (Habbema et al., Human Reproduction, 2015).By modeling natural fertility...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jul 4, 20252 min read
Myomas: Hidden Enemies of Motherhood?
Myomas, also known as uterine fibroids, are common benign tumors that develop from the uterine muscle. It is estimated that up to 80% of...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jun 27, 20252 min read
Early Menopause: Am I Concerned? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Support
When a woman stops having her periods before the age of 40, it is often commonly referred to as early menopause. In reality, the more...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jun 20, 20252 min read
Flagyl – A Painkiller?
Do you have lower abdominal pain, painful periods, or a discomfort that’s hard to describe? And are you taking Flagyl to relieve it? ...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Jun 13, 20252 min read
hCG Levels: What Does This Hormone Really Reveal?
When we think about pregnancy, we often think of the pregnancy test. And at the heart of this test is a very particular hormone: hCG, or...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
May 31, 20252 min read
Unexplained Infertility: When All the Tests Are Normal
Dear Doctor, My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for a year and a half. I’ve done all the recommended tests, and everything...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
May 23, 20252 min read
HOW TO BOOST LIBIDO?
Understanding the causes of low desire and reclaiming a fulfilling intimate life Libido, or sexual desire, can fluctuate over time....
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
May 16, 20252 min read
Is My Lipstick Killing My Fertility?
Understanding the Impact of Endocrine Disruptors in Make-Up Make-up is an essential part of many people's daily lives. But a growing...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
May 9, 20253 min read
Myomectomy during a C-section – Is it really a sensible option?
When a pregnant woman has uterine fibroids, these benign tumors can cause various symptoms such as pelvic pain, excessive bleeding, or...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
May 2, 20254 min read
Cervicovaginal Swab: What It Can and Cannot Do
In gynecology, the cervicovaginal swab (CVS) is a common diagnostic tool. Often prescribed in cases of unusual vaginal discharge,...
Dr. Sandra Yene Amougui
Apr 25, 20252 min read
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