HEALTH CONTRIBUTION- CONTD

Puberty is a stage of growth that needs all the nutrients in proper quantity. Avoiding gluten, or consuming only proteins should be avoided. The best way is to avoid high calorie, fat and sugar rich foods. Our traditional Indian diet is the best example of a well balanced diet. Parents play a very important role as the first counsellors for their daughters. An open channel of communication , refraining from imposing unreasonable expectations and making them feel loved and cherished just as they are is most essential.

Another important and relevant discussion here is about the anti HPV vaccines, popularly known as anti cervical cancer vaccine. This vaccine gives protection against the common Human Papilloma Virus[HPV] strains that are responsible for 60%of cervical cancers. This virus is sexually transmitted and many times is asymptomatic. This is the best time to vaccinate the girls against HPV viruses. I have dealt briefly with few of the common problems faced by the Adolescent girls.

Dr. Vijaya Mehta MD ( Obstetrics and Gynaecology) Vadodara