Dr. Patricia Mendiola - Viscayda

09/06/2026

✨ Pregnancy Glow or Pregnancy Acne? Let’s fix that routine. 👶🤰
Many pregnancy skincare products contain hidden risks. Here is my OB-approved guide to Red-Light ingredients to toss and Green-Light swaps to keep you glowing safely.

🛑 RED LIGHT: Stop Using These Immediately

Retinoids (Retinol & Tretinoin): Linked to severe birth defects.
Hydroquinone: Skin-bleacher with dangerous systemic absorption rates.
High-Dose Salicylic Acid (BHA): Skip the high-concentration chemical peels.
Chemical Sunscreens: Avoid oxybenzone; it absorbs into the bloodstream.

🟢 GREEN LIGHT:

Safe & Effective SwapsFor Acne & Texture: Swap retinol for Bakuchiol or low-dose Glycolic Acid.
For Dark Spots & Melasma: Swap hydroquinone for brightening Vitamin C.
For Dryness: Use Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide for deep hydration.
For Sun Protection: Stick strictly to Mineral Sunscreens (Zinc Oxide).

Tag a mama-to-be who needs to read this! 🤰✨👇

06/06/2026

Type “AMEN” if you believe this is your sign! 👇

This is your reminder that your waiting was not wasted.

God saw every single tear, heard every whispered prayer, and watched you hold onto faith when everything felt stagnant.

You’ve done your part. You prayed. You waited.

Now, step back and watch Him work.

Keep your heart at peace. Your season is officially changing. 💛

✨ Share this video to bless someone else’s feed.
📌 Save this post to rewatch when you need peace.

❤️ ✨

05/06/2026

When the world said "it might be too difficult" or "you’re running out of time," God said, "watch Me." ✨

Amidst real concerns like PMOS/PCOS and advanced maternal age, this beautiful family is a radiant living proof of His promises. Their journey is a powerful reminder that every season of waiting and every trial is worth it when it culminates in His perfect timing.

To every couple trying to conceive and holding onto hope: your miracle has a designated time, and it will be worth the wait. 💛

✅ posted with permission ✅

Delivered 2025 💛

05/06/2026

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Hi everyone! Just a quick heads-up that my clinics will be taking a break for the upcoming long weekend holiday (June 12 to 14, 2026).

Please make sure to plan your follow-ups and consultations ahead of time!

We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you when regular hours resume.

💛💛💛,
Doc Trish

02/06/2026

Steal this preeclampsia checklist to keep you and your baby safe! 👇🤰
Preeclampsia can happen silently, but you have the power to stay ahead of it. According to ACOG guidelines, these practical habits are your best defense:

🚨 Know the Red Flags
Call your doctor immediately if you experience a severe headache that won’t quit, vision changes (like spots or blurring), or sharp pain under your right ribs.

🏠 Track Your Numbers
Check your blood pressure daily. Sit quietly for 10 minutes first, keep your arm at heart level, and flag any reading over 140/90 mm Hg.

💊 Stick to the Plan
Take your prescribed blood pressure meds exactly on time. If you’re on low-dose aspirin, don’t skip a day.

🩺 Never Miss an Appointment
Frequent checkups, blood tests, and baby ultrasounds are how your care team ensures you both cross the finish line safely.

Knowledge is protection, mama. You’ve got this! 💪✨

✅ Tag or share this with a pregnant friend who needs this checklist.

02/06/2026

Steal this preeclampsia checklist to keep you and your baby safe! 👇🤰
Preeclampsia can happen silently, but you have the power to stay ahead of it. According to ACOG guidelines, these practical habits are your best defense:

🚨 Know the Red Flags
Call your doctor immediately if you experience a severe headache that won’t quit, vision changes (like spots or blurring), or sharp pain under your right ribs.

🏠 Track Your Numbers
Check your blood pressure daily. Sit quietly for 10 minutes first, keep your arm at heart level, and flag any reading over 140/90 mm Hg.

💊 Stick to the Plan
Take your prescribed blood pressure meds exactly on time. If you’re on low-dose aspirin, don’t skip a day.

🩺 Never Miss an Appointment
Frequent checkups, blood tests, and baby ultrasounds are how your care team ensures you both cross the finish line safely.

Knowledge is protection, mama. You’ve got this! 💪✨

✅ Tag or share this with a pregnant friend who needs this checklist.

31/05/2026

May 31, 2026 💛

23/05/2026

21/05/2026

The medical term PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) is the officially recognized new name for Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS), updated following a global consensus. This name change intends to move away from the misleading concept of “ovarian cysts” to accurately reflect a full-body hormonal and metabolic disorder.

Breaking Down the New Name:
Polyendocrine: Multiple hormones are disrupted across the body, leading to excess male hormones (androgens) and severe insulin resistance.
Metabolic: The condition profoundly impacts weight management, glucose levels, energy production, and cardiovascular health.
Ovarian: It directly affects the ovaries, causing irregular menstrual cycles, chronic ovulation issues, and fertility challenges.

Statistical Highlights:
1 in 8 women (over 170 million globally) live with the condition
World Health Organization: 70% of cases remain entirely undiagnosed worldwide
65% to 70% of diagnosed patients experience systemic insulin resistance, even if they have no cysts on their ovaries

Symptoms:
Hormonal & Skin: Severe adult acne, male-pattern hair thinning (baldness), and excess facial or body hair growth (hirsutism).
Reproductive: Highly irregular or absent menstrual periods, unpredictable ovulation, and chronic difficulties getting pregnant.
Metabolic & Mental: Rapid weight gain, persistent fatigue, severe mood fluctuations, anxiety, and depression.

20/05/2026

Please register to get free access to this event by Asian Hospital and Medical Center 💛