Dr. Sudeepthi Prasad MD
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist)
2557 Mowry Avenue #30 Fremont California, 94538Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Sudeepthi Prasad is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Fremont, California. Dr. Prasad specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Prasad can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Prasad can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Bangalore University
Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore Univ, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute 2000
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Obstetrics
Gynecology
Provider Details
Dr. Sudeepthi Prasad MD's Expert Contributions
Why is the first day of my period so painful?
During your menstrual period, your uterus contracts to help expel its lining. Hormone like substances (prostaglandins) involved in pain and inflammation trigger the uterine muscle contractions. Higher levels of prostaglandins are associated with more-severe menstrual cramps which is usually the first 1-2 days of your period and sometimes starts before your period. Stay Healthy and safe! READ MORE
What does it mean to have two periods in one month?
Could be stress or hormonal imbalance, if this continues please see your OBGyn. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
How do I take care of myself after a miscarriage?
Once your Dr has confirmed completed miscarriage by ultrasound or blood test, your uterus will return back to normal in 4-6 weeks depending on the trimester miscarriage occurred. Bleeding off and on is normal for upto 6 weeks. Emotionally you might need some help too. Contact your OBGyn who can help you. Take care! READ MORE
How many hours should a pregnant woman sleep?
Pregnancy interferes with your normal sleeping pattern and this changes every trimester (every 12 weeks). You normally would feel sleepy all day during your first trimester, 2nd trimester : possible usual sleeping pattern and third trimester you could hardly sleep 4-5 hours a night, nap if you need to. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Why am I having spotting post menopause?
I doubt MRI could give you answers for postmenopausal vaginal spotting unless the pelvic ultrasound was abnormal. Please see your OBGyn and discuss this further before having an MRI. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
What can I drink besides water while pregnant?
At least 3 liters or one gallon of water is recommended in pregnancy to keep up with the increased blood volume during pregnancy. You can add electrolyte powder in water or add fruits and leave it overnight to flavor water. Milk or nut milk is recommended for calcium. Coconut water is another option. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Can you get pregnant if you miss one pill?
Unlikely to get pregnant if you miss one pill. If you miss one pill, double up the next day (take the pill you missed and the pill you are due to take) Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Do preconception vitamins help you conceive?
Folic acid in the prenatal vitamins helps prevent spinal cord defects in the baby. Other micronutrients in the prenatal vitamins are vital for the functioning of your body which in turn are needed when you are trying to get pregnant. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
How should I prepare my body to get pregnant?
Healthy diet, exercise, prenatal vitamins(folic acid)and ideal body weight. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
What can you take for the flu when pregnant?
If you are asking about flu (Influenza) then you need to see your primary care doctor and let you ob know that you are sick. If you are asking about common cold, you can take over the counter Tylenol , steam inhalation, salt water throat gargling and plenty of water. Take care! READ MORE
How long should you take folic acid before trying to conceive?
Atleast 3 months before trying to conceive. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Can you get pregnant on fertile days or just ovulation day?
Fertile day is the ovulation day which is 1 day per menstrual cycle. If you have intercourse on the day of ovulation or the day before ovulation day or the day after ovulation day, you should still be able to get pregnant. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Can you feel an egg release from ovary?
Yes, some women feel it as pain for a day mid cycle or you could have spotting for a day or 2. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Can fertility pills help you get pregnant?
There is nothing called a fertility pill but there are ovulation induction medications which help with releasing an egg already present in the ovary, this does help with pregnancy. Please see your OBGyn to know more about this and to check if it will help “you” specifically. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
What should you avoid when trying to conceive?
Tobacco, alcohol, drugs and please consult your physician if you are taking any medications regularly. Start taking prenatal vitamins. Take care ! READ MORE
How can I prepare my body to get pregnant?
Healthy lifestyle: Exercise, healthy diet, lose weight to get healthy if you need to, adequate sleep, plenty of water, also meditation and yoga helps. Start prenatal vitamins which have folic acid to prevent neural tube defects. Take care! READ MORE
Why did I have unusual bleeding for 9 days?
Miscarriage is documented only when your pregnancy test is positive. Possibly prolonged cycle due to hormonal imbalance. If it continues with next cycle see your OBGyn. If you are concerned about it, seek help sooner. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
I haven’t had my period in almost 2 years?
Not having a period for 2 years needs further tests like ultrasound and pelvic exam. Ask your pediatrician to refer to a OBGyn so that they can help you. Take care! READ MORE
How can you tell if your period is coming soon?
Common normal symptoms of period are feeling bloated(fluid retention), tender breasts, muscle aches, joint pains, headaches, acne, abdominal cramps, low back pain, low energy/tiredness, trouble sleeping, diarrhea or constipation. Stay healthy ! READ MORE
What is the best fertility drug to get pregnant?
That is a very wide question, depends on what the infertility concern is. Oral medications are ovulation induction medications(Clomid and Letrozole), rest are injectables. Please see your OBGyn , so that you can get a referral to fertility specialist. Stay Healthy! READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Top Doctor Award, HealthGrades
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Infertility
- Endometriosis
- Gestational Diabetes
- Pregnancy
- Pain
- Urinary Tract Infection (uti)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
What do you attribute your success to?
- Supportive Family and Hard Work
Hobbies / Sports
- Family Time, Yoga, Running Marathons
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