Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Rashmi T N is a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon, and Infertility Specialist at GarbhaGruha Health Center, Konanakunte, Bangalore. She holds MBBS, MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, DMAS from Germany (Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery), and FRM from RGUHS (Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine). She is the recipient of the Star of Karnataka Award 2026 and Vaidya Ratna Award 2025.

GarbhaGruha Health Center is located at 1st Floor, SLN Arcade, Udgir, Konanakunte, Bengaluru – 560062. The clinic also has an on-site pharmacy, GarbhaGruha Pharma. It is open Monday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

You can book an appointment by calling or WhatsApp-ing 9008067368. The clinic is open 7 days a week from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Walk-ins are also welcome, subject to availability.

GarbhaGruha primarily serves women and families. While all clinical consultations are with women as the primary patient, couples are encouraged to attend together for fertility consultations and antenatal care. Male partners are welcome and their involvement is valued in the treatment process.

Several things set GarbhaGruha apart: Dr. Rashmi T N's rare combination of qualifications (DMAS Germany + FRM RGUHS), her consistent approach of no unnecessary tests or treatments, the unhurried consultations where patients feel genuinely heard, and the clinic's 5-star rating across Google, Justdial, and Practo. Patients return — and refer their families — because the care is both expert and deeply personal.

IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) is a simpler procedure where prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus around ovulation. IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) involves retrieving eggs, fertilising them in a laboratory, and transferring the embryo into the uterus. IVF is generally recommended when IUI has not succeeded or when there are more complex fertility factors.

This varies based on age, diagnosis, and individual response to treatment. Some couples succeed in one cycle; others may need two or three. Dr. Rashmi T N provides honest, realistic guidance tailored to each couple's situation — without recommending unnecessary cycles.

A thorough evaluation typically includes hormonal blood tests (FSH, LH, AMH, thyroid), an ultrasound to assess ovarian reserve and uterine structure, and a semen analysis for the male partner. Additional investigations like HSG (fallopian tube assessment) or hysteroscopy may follow based on initial findings.

Most women experience mild discomfort rather than significant pain. The stimulation injections may cause bloating or tenderness. Egg retrieval is done under sedation. Dr. Rashmi T N's team ensures you are informed and comfortable at every step.

Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol, managing stress, and regular moderate exercise all support fertility. Dr. Rashmi T N provides personalised lifestyle guidance alongside medical treatment.

Ideally within the first 8–10 weeks of pregnancy — as soon as you have a positive test. Early booking allows Dr. Rashmi T N to confirm the pregnancy, assess any early risks, and start your personalised care plan.

Normal delivery is a vaginal birth without epidural pain relief. Painless delivery uses epidural analgesia — a safe technique where anaesthetic is administered through a thin tube in the lower back to significantly reduce labour pain. Both are vaginal deliveries; the right choice depends on your health, preferences, and how labour progresses.

Typically 3–4 key scans: dating scan (first trimester), NT scan (11–14 weeks), anomaly scan (18–20 weeks), and a growth scan in the third trimester. Additional scans may be recommended for high-risk pregnancies.

A pregnancy may be high-risk due to maternal age (under 18 or over 35), pre-existing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid disorders, previous pregnancy complications, multiple pregnancies, or conditions that develop during pregnancy such as gestational diabetes or pre-eclampsia.

GarbhaGruha provides follow-up consultations for the mother, wound care after C-section or episiotomy, lactation and breastfeeding support, postpartum mood counselling, contraception guidance, and infant care advice.

Laparoscopic surgery treats endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, ectopic pregnancy, blocked fallopian tubes, PCOS-related ovarian drilling, and abnormal uterine bleeding. It is also used diagnostically when the cause of pelvic pain or infertility is unclear.

Most patients are discharged within 24 hours and return to light activities in 3–5 days. Full recovery takes 1–2 weeks — significantly faster than the 4–6 weeks typical of open surgery.

Yes — it is now the gold standard for many gynaecological procedures. Dr. Rashmi T N holds the DMAS (Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery) from Germany, one of the most rigorous international qualifications in minimally invasive surgical technique.

Hysteroscopy uses a thin camera inserted through the cervix to examine the inside of the uterus. It is used to investigate or treat abnormal bleeding, polyps, fibroids inside the uterine cavity, uterine septum, and uterine causes of recurrent pregnancy loss.

Common signs include irregular or missed periods, excess facial or body hair, acne, weight gain, and difficulty conceiving. Diagnosis is confirmed through symptoms, hormonal blood tests, and ultrasound. A consultation with Dr. Rashmi T N will give you clarity and a personalised management plan.