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29th September 2009
There is investigation and survey done by the National Cancer Institute in US, they estimated around 192,370 females and 1,910 males will suffer with breast cancer and approximately 40,170 females and 440 males will die from this breast cancer in United S... Read >
Author: Anna Peacocks25th September 2009
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Usually one of the most typical infections that hit almost every women for at least once in their lifetime, is the vaginal yeast infection. Also known as Candida Fungus and it happens when tiny creatures called yeast ... Read >
Author: Kevin Montaglia22nd September 2009
Most women suffer from osteoporosis after they hit their menopausal stage. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by bones becoming so thin and fragile that they are more likely to break easily. Without treatment, this condition may progress without an... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
For many people, the uncomfortable dog days of summer last for a few short months, but for menopausal women with symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, it can feel like summer all year long.
Menopause is a natural stage in a woman's aging process ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
Menopause is often cryptically referred to as "the change of life." But as lovely as this sounds, it doesn't tell anyone a whole lot about menopause. After all, there are plenty of "changes to live" experienced by men and women of all ages that has nothin... Read >
Author: wbdoyle16th September 2009
Menstrual disorders in adolescents: Adolescence is the time when there is an abrupt change in the body and many questions arise in the minds of teenagers. Firstly they are not able to cope with changes and changes in second place to bring problems with th... Read >
Author: Dr. Mital John14th September 2009
Having monthly periods is a female thing, if her monthly period appears regularly and timely, then she stays in shape both internally and externally. An irregular period also called "Oligomenorrhea," is when a woman's monthly bleeding is also apart from t... Read >
Author: steven marks08th September 2009
It’s when you realize that you have gained a few pounds. Your body looks different. You are noticing a new, very annoying roundness to your tummy. Your waistline seems to have disappeared. The scale is becoming your enemy… yet you’re not doing anyth... Read >
Author: prashant07th September 2009
Since the adolescence is the age where bones are sprout and grow rapidly, well nourished food must be given to the adolescent to facilitate normal growth & development. The nutritional intake must be monitored regularly and modified depending upon the gro... Read >
Author: Kelvin Gentry27th August 2009
Are you experiencing mood swings, hot flashes, and loss of sexual desire that are affecting your personal life? Do you feel uncertain about what you might be going through?
Although a great number of women will immediately suspect that they are alrea... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft27th August 2009
There are unfortunate times in a woman’s life when she might experience reproductive problems. Examples of these are miscarriage and abnormal uterine bleeding. This may bring about depression, sadness and confusion. This is because not only could she be... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft20th August 2009
In the main, menopause can come about defined in the same way as the conclusion of a woman's monthly menstrual periods. This stage of alteration normally starts around the age of 45 to 50 due to the progressive reduce in the sphere of the levels of hormon... Read >
Author: blove2318th August 2009
Declining levels of estrogen as a result of aging is said to be the underlying cause of menopause hot flashes. Thermoregulation refers to the methods that the body uses to regulate body temperature. A disorder in thermoregulation is normally responsible f... Read >
Author: Mercy15th August 2009
If you suffer from certain conditions it is not uncommon for you to suffer some ovarian cyst pain. It is a well-established fact that nearly 80% of all females will deal with cysts at some time in their lifespan. The cyst is a fluid-filled pouch that take... Read >
Author: Elliot Hart10th August 2009
Today eating disorder is one of the major health issues that the world population is facing. Millions of people from every age group are facing this health problem. As per latest statistics nearly around 10% of all eating disorder cases are reported to ta... Read >
Author: Tejrin Raghav30th July 2009
Menopause is something that each woman will some time have to manage with. Though it is has its advantages because we no longer have to worry about menstrual periods. However, it entails that there are other problems that we have to worry about.
One of... Read >
Author: nlwest2129th July 2009
There are many reasons that can cause backache. Backache is very commonly seen in women. Most common reason is menstrual periods. Some of the health ailments such as slipped disks, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis etc can also give rise to backache. Rarely, d... Read >
Author: Dr. Mital John20th July 2009
Acne is a great bother to the skin. We all want to have beautiful skins. This desire may be hampered so much by the problem of acne and other skin conditions.
Acne is said to occur at some point in ones life. There are people with acute problem while ot... Read >
Author: Robert Bell16th July 2009
Acne vulgaris is commonly referred to as just acne. From the start of the teenage years, almost everyone will suffer from some form of acne. It is ain inflammation of the skin that causes irritated sores, commonly on the face. This can lead to low self-es... Read >
Author: naturalremedies09th July 2009
Back pain is the pain in the region of the back or spine. Backache, as the name suggest, is nothing but pain in the back. It is one of the most common ailments of the mankind. Medically, it can be considered as lumbago especially when the backache is lowe... Read >
Author: steven marks01st July 2009
What is hyperthyroidism and what causes such an ailment in women? Hyperthyroidism is actually a condition that can occur in both men and women but is more prevalent in females. As the term implies, this condition is due to a hyper active thyroid, which in... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft22nd June 2009
Chlamydia (kluh-MID-ee-uh) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia can be treated relatively easily. However, if timely treatment is not provided, it can give rise to more serious disorders suc... Read >
Author: carlos9990b22nd June 2009
Chlamydia (kluh-MID-ee-uh) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia can be treated relatively easily. However, if timely treatment is not provided, it can give rise to more serious disorders suc... Read >
Author: berg0101a22nd June 2009
Chlamydia (kluh-MID-ee-uh) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia can be treated relatively easily. However, if timely treatment is not provided, it can give rise to more serious disorders suc... Read >
Author: berg0101a12th June 2009
PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) affects approximately ten percent of women while in their child bearing years. The consequences of PCOS on personal appearance and it's effects on fertility are extremely upsetting. However, a long term consequence is that... Read >
Author: Marc Sandford12th June 2009
A cervical polyp is a benign tumor that is found on the surface of the cervical canal. They can cause irregular menstrual bleeding, but more often they show no symptoms. The cause of this type of cancer is not fully understood by the experts. It may resul... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft18th May 2009
Heavy menstrual bleeding is also called menorrhagia. This is a medical term for prolonged menstrual bleeding and for the menstrual periods that are both heavy and prolonged. This condition is also called hypermenorrhea. This also refers to losing 80 milli... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft15th May 2009
Some people may not know this but women do experience migraine headaches lot more than men do. The reasons behind this problem are actually pretty easy to understand when you consider how differently men are from women. Before we tackle the whys of migrai... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft15th May 2009
A premenstrual syndrome is a condition that is accompanied by tender breasts, bloating, and muscle aches. This is condition normally happens to women who are expecting their menstrual periods. This condition is normal. But when the premenstrual syndrome o... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft15th May 2009
Some people may not know this but women do experience migraine headaches lot more than men do. The reasons behind this problem are actually pretty easy to understand when you consider how differently men are from women. Before we tackle the whys of migrai... Read >
Author: James Pendergraft28th April 2009
The cervix is part of a woman's reproductive system. It is the lower, narrow part of the uterus (womb). The uterus is a hollow, pear-shaped organ in the lower abdomen. The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina. The vagina leads to the outside of the bo... Read >
Author: Mercy17th April 2009
All grown women are aware of the menopause and their need to know about it, most importantly how long it goes on for and what changes they are likely to experience as menopause symptoms. Strictly speaking, once menopause kicks in it is with you for life, ... Read >
Author: Francine Cook16th April 2009
What are eating disorders?
Everyone needs food to survive. But for some people, food can become an overwhelming and destructive force that can completely dominate their thoughts, feelings and actions.
What is the difference between anorexia and buli... Read >
Author: Sajid Latif27th March 2009
As the woman grows older gradually the ovaries start producing lesser estrogen which causes a new stage in a woman's health history, the menopause. Now the stage starting few years earlier than menopause is called perimenopause, usually stating when woman... Read >
Author: James S Pendergraft27th March 2009
Perimenopause is the phase of a woman's life leading up to menopause. During this phase, the ovaries release eggs less regularly and begin to produce less estrogen and other hormones. Consequently, women may begin to have irregular menstrual cycles and ex... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON27th March 2009
All grown women are aware of the menopause and their need to know about it, most importantly how long it goes on for and what changes they are likely to experience as menopause symptoms. Strictly speaking, once menopause kicks in it is with you for life, ... Read >
Author: Francine Cook13th March 2009
Love the thought of never having to suffer through your period again? Most women do, but menopause can bring a whole new set of challenges. Between the hot flashes, mood swings and insomnia, some women can find themselves wishing they had their period aga... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON11th March 2009
While pre-menopausal women long for the day when they no longer have to deal with cramps, mood swings and bloating every month, for women going through "the change," it isn't always easy. Symptoms like fatigue and mood swings can be extremely difficult on... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON09th March 2009
Women suffering from symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), such as irritability, headaches, anxiety and weight gain, will feel relief from regular massage sessions. Don’t hesitate to reduce these symptoms, visit www.DiscoverTheArtOfMassage.com.
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Author: Lee Harding28th February 2009
Coeliac disease (or celiac disease) is a digestive disease in which the small intestine becomes damaged and prevents the absorption of nutrients from food. Coeliac disease sufferers will experience an abnormal intolerance or reaction to gluten, wheat, rye... Read >
Author: Laura Yates20th February 2009
Need to unwind from a busy day?
Chamomile tea will soothe your nerves and rest your mind.
“ I have to wake up and drink chamomile tea to slow down.
Janice Dickinson “
Chamomile is one of the oldest garden and the safest medicinal herb. It h... Read >
Author: Uma Mays05th February 2009
Menstrual disorder occurs when some factors interrupt women’s menstrual period. In normal function, the menstrual period continues for 3-4 days. The reasons for menstrual disorders include many factors. There are also many things that affect woman’s m... Read >
Author: Bryan Len31st January 2009
For many women the onset of menopause - signaled by erratic menstrual periods - triggers feelings of relief, followed by thoughts of fun-filled spur-of-the-moment sexcapades. But, hold on, check those thoughts. Unless and until you are "officially" meno... Read >
Author: Juliette Samuel09th January 2009
Uterine Cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, which actually start in the lining of the cells in the uterus. The womb or the uterus is a vital part of the reproductive system in a woman.
Type of Uterine Cancer
Uterine cancer may denote various ty... Read >
Author: James S Pendergraft05th January 2009
If you're a woman, chances are you've dealt with menstrual cramps — even if you've never heard of "dysmenorrhea," the medical term for them. Menstrual cramps are dull or throbbing pains in the lower abdomen. Many women experience menstrual cramps just b... Read >
Author: Alien18th December 2008
What typhoid fever is?
Typhoid fever is a disease that is caused by a bacterium called Salmonella Typhi or (S.Typhi).
This thrives only in the human beings and is extremely from the body through human waste like stool and urine.
Causes of typhoid... Read >
Author: Poly Muthumbi08th December 2008
What is anorexia?
Anorexia nervosa or simply anorexia is a condition that is characterized by weight loss significantly on account of an attempt to stop eating intentionally.
When you are anorexic you are actually very hungry, despite your not eatin... Read >
Author: Alex Fyfe01st December 2008
Reports say that after lung cancer, breast cancer is the second most deadly and common type of cancer, which accounts for 1% of all deaths and 7% of all cancer deaths. This type of cancer is considered to the fifth common cause responsible of deaths.
C... Read >
Author: Ash11th November 2008
Celiac disease is something you may have heard of, and now you're probably wondering what exactly it is. Well, celiac disease is a lifelong autoimmune intestinal disorder. It affects genetically predisposed people of all ages from middle infancy on. The i... Read >
Author: Brett West04th November 2008
There are three pregnancy stages called trimesters. Each one lasts for about three months of the pregnancy and involves bringing new changes to your body, the development of the baby and your relationships with your partner and those around you. It is imp... Read >
Author: Ling Tong21st October 2008
The hot flash is the scourge of the middle-aged woman - you've no doubt heard the battle cry, "Is it hot in here, or is it just me?" The prickling of the skin, rapid heart beat, pressure in your head... your skin flushes, you feel anxious, maybe a little... Read >
Author: Juliette Samuel17th October 2008
Nelson's syndrome is a rare condition. Nelson syndrome is a disorder characterized by abnormal hormone secretion, extension of the pituitary gland (hypophysis), and the development of big and invasive growths known as adenomas. It occurs in an evaluated 1... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen23rd September 2008
Though it is still the active inquiries field, the lifestyle and environmental factors for breast blight have been identified and are being studied. Luckily, most of them can be controlled if an individual needs to optimize his or her fitness. Even men ca... Read >
Author: Jody Siena15th September 2008
Amenorrhea is the term used to describe the condition where menstrual periods are absent. When you miss a period, your first thought may be that you are pregnant. However there are actually several factors that may cause or contribute to the absence of me... Read >
Author: Trevor Dalley08th September 2008
Lida Dali is one of the successful recommendation slimming tablets, which is advisable for mass loss treatment. Sibutramine is the chief component in it. Lida Dali tablets are accessible in chemists and pharmacies in lots of nations all around globe. You ... Read >
Author: Alien05th September 2008
Menopause is one of the worst feelings women can face and it is defined as the end of a woman's monthly menstrual periods. Women usually begin the process of menopause around 40-55 years old! Many people view menopause as the beginning of old age. Donâ€... Read >
Author: Jean Morgan03rd September 2008
You may not be able to sleep and you also may be suffering from unbearable cramps. Are you around the age of 40-55 years old? If you are in between this age range and are suffering from insomnia, cramps, weight gain, hot flashes, and sore breasts; you a... Read >
Author: Jean Morgan24th July 2008
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the large bowel better known in medical circles as colon. Irritable bowel syndrome is not a disease. It can be defined as functional disorder, meaning that certain organs do not function correctly. IBS is a ... Read >
Author: Sharon Samraj22nd July 2008
Ovarian cancer most often presents in stage III, comprising more than 50% of all cases. Briefly, a stage 3 diagnosis means that cancer is found in one or both ovaries and has spread to other parts of the abdomen. This is a serious challenge for anyone to ... Read >
Author: Sara Daniels22nd July 2008
I had never given a thought to ovarian cancer, and why would I? When it comes to gynecological cancers you hear about breast cancer all the time, uterine cancer, and cervical cancer when you go for your annual Pap smear, but you never hear much at all abo... Read >
Author: Sara Daniels21st July 2008
Ovarian cancer is often called "The Silent Killer" because the symptoms are so nonspecific and are often blamed on something else. Thus it is possible to have been experiencing early warning signs of this disease for years and not realize anything is seri... Read >
Author: Sara Daniels16th July 2008
Endometriosis is a problem affecting a woman's uterus - the place where a baby grows when she's pregnant. Endometriosis is when the kind of tissue that normally lines the uterus grows somewhere else. It can grow on the ovaries, behind the uterus or on the... Read >
Author: peterhutch11th July 2008
Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder as well as a psychological disorder. Anorexia is a condition that goes beyond dieting and the signs of anorexia can be hard to interpret and understand. A person with anorexia symptoms might initially start dieting t... Read >
Author: peterhutch09th July 2008
Are you experiencing fatigue, anemia or awkward accidents due to your heavy bleeding, in your periods?
Do you keep away from traveling or getting out of your home, due to too much bleeding?
Does your too much bleeding reason you to miss your social ... Read >
Author: dr rony09th July 2008
Canker sores are a type of mouth ulcer. Some of the medical terms used to refer to canker sores are "recurrent minor aphthous ulcers" and "recurrent minor aphthous stomatitis" (thus differentiating canker sores from other forms of aphthous ulcers or aph... Read >
Author: peterhutch07th July 2008
Menopause
Menopause is the absence of menstrual periods for 12 months. The menopausal transition starts with varying menstrual cycle length and ends with the final menstrual period. Perimenopause means "the time around menopause" and is often used to ... Read >
Author: peterhutch07th July 2008
Since there are different types of acne, it makes sense that before you go to treat it you understand them all. By being educated about all the acne types that you choose the appropriate help to control and/or cure it.
Acne vulgaris is the most common... Read >
Author: ThomR02nd July 2008
Menopause occurs in three major stages. The whole process of menopause can take 15 years or longer, depending on your age and family history. The first stage of menopause is known as perimenopause. The first signs of menopause are irregular periods and sp... Read >
Author: peterhutch26th June 2008
Yeast infections are so common to us because we live with the fungus that causes the problem. Vaginal yeast infections are every womans worst nightmare and they have a way of sucking the good mood out of somebody. Candida albicans is the scientific name f... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu25th June 2008
Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder. Sometimes called "hypercortisolism. Cushing's syndrome is caused by prolonged vulnerability of the system's tissues to higher levels of the hormone cortisol. Cushing's syndrome can happen when your adrenal glands... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen03rd June 2008
Endometrial cancer is one of the almost popular cancers in American women. In endometrial cancer, cancer cells produce in the lining of the womb. Why these cancer cells produce is not completely known. However, scientists think that estrogen levels beat a... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen21st May 2008
The syndrome of Asherman is stipulated by the presence of intrauterine permanent adherence, which erases or entirely the uterus cavity partially. Most commonly, intrauterine adhesions occur after a dilatation and curettage that was performed because of a ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen29th April 2008
PCOS is a health problem that can affect a woman's menstrual cycle, fertility, hormones, insulin production, heart, blood vessels, and appearance. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, women with PCOS have these characteristics:
... Read >
Author: Paul28th April 2008
Adenomyosis is a condition in which tissue that normally lines the uterus also grows within the muscular walls of the uterus. Adenomyosis is a common gynaecological disorder characterized by the abnormal growth of endometrium into the myometrium and myome... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen07th April 2008
Acne has plagued millions of people all over the world and is a number one skin problem for young adults entering their teenage years. Acne is most noticeable on the face showing up as pimples and can be quite a nuisance for the up and coming teen. These ... Read >
Author: Steve Kent03rd April 2008
Some women don't have any symptoms at all. Some women have a few of these presented below. Some women may have others that are not listed. These pregnancy symptoms tend to be
the most prevalent, however.
1. Fatigue. Due to the increase in hormo... Read >
Author: Sally Moran07th March 2008
Warning Signs of Eating Disorder
Many people worry about their weight, what they eat, and how they look. This is especially true for teenagers and young adults, who face extra pressure to fit in and look attractive at a time when their bodies are changin... Read >
Author: Dr John Anne07th March 2008
Warning Signs of Eating Disorder
Many people worry about their weight, what they eat, and how they look. This is especially true for teenagers and young adults, who face extra pressure to fit in and look attractive at a time when their bodies are cha... Read >
Author: Peter sams15th February 2008
Age has a clear influence on fertility. A woman's fertility starts to decline after the age od 35, the result of a number of factors including a decrease in the number and health of her eggs, an increase in the likelihood of medical problems such as diabe... Read >
Author: David Jones02nd February 2008
Description
Most people know that they have a developing canker sore when they notice a slight stinging sensation somewhere inside their mouth-usually on the cheek or tongue, but sometimes on the gums or soft palate. A few hours later, a sensitive red ... Read >
Author: Alien30th January 2008
Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a common problem. CPP is poorly understood and, consequently, poorly managed. This condition is best managed using a multidisciplinary approach. Chronic pelvic pain is defined as pain that occurs below the umbilicus (belly but... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen30th January 2008
Osteoporosis is a condition in which your bones become thin and more likely to break. Osteoporosis mainly affects older people and can affect anyone. However, some people have an increased risk of developing osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is the most common d... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen26th January 2008
Signs and Symptoms
Distorted body image
Dissatisfaction with body
Pronounced weight loss
Low body fat
Excessive fear of becoming fat
Reduction in food intake and/or food refusal
Preoccupation with calories, food, and food preparation
... Read >
Author: Alien23rd January 2008
The Female reproductive system consists of the uterus (womb), a muscular pear-shaped expandable organ about 3in/7.5cm long and 2in/5cm wide, two ovaries (connected to the uterus by the Fallopian tubes), and the cervix, which joins the lower end of the ute... Read >
Author: Alien22nd January 2008
Adolescence is the time when there is sudden transformation in the body and many questions arises in the minds of the adolescents. Firstly they are not able to cope with the changes and secondly the changes bring along problems with them. The most chall... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru22nd January 2008
Since the adolescence is the age where bones are sprout and grow rapidly, well nourished food must be given to the adolescent to facilitate normal growth & development. The nutritional intake must be monitored regularly and modified depending upon the g... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru21st January 2008
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of infertility in women. Women can develop PCOS if there are too many male hormones in their bodies and not enough female hormones. This affects ovulation rates and can make ovulation irregular or non-exi... Read >
Author: Dr. Eric Daiter MD06th November 2007
The effect of menopause after hysterectomy can have some devastating consequences for a woman particularly if she's not conditioned mentally to the onset of menopause symptoms.In essence, women are dealing with two emotions here, especially if they are st... Read >
Author: Dean Caporella31st October 2007
Did you know that menopause is not actually called 'menopause' until one year after your last period? Menopause, the word, is a combination of two Greek words which mean month and terminate. Translated literally menopause means "the end of the monthlies."... Read >
Author: Alien02nd October 2007
Cushing's syndrome is a condition in which there is an excess of cortisol (cortisone) Exposure to too much cortisol can occur from long-term use of synthetic glucocorticoid hormones to treat inflammatory illnesses. This can be caused by drugs (e.g. predni... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen02nd September 2007
Mittelschmerz is one-sided lower-abdominal pain that occurs in women at or around the time of ovulation. The word mittelschmerz actually means "middle pain," because this pain is felt during the middle of your menstrual cycle. Most of the time, mittelschm... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen23rd August 2007
There are several reasons for acne in women. Most common among them are related to the menstrual cycles in females. Usually pre menstrual acne is caused due to the androgens which have been over stimulated. During periods a woman’s oil producing glands... Read >
Author: Karlaamerson27th July 2007
Women have very complex health issues right from their teens including menstrual periods, pregnancy, and menopause. All these stages are part of a normal cycle in a woman’s life, but which can take a serious toll on her health at times. Let us explore t... Read >
Author: Roland Parris Jefferson III12th July 2007
Amenorrhea is absence of menstruation. Amenorrhea is a normal feature in prepubertal, pregnant, and postmenopausal females. Amenorrhea can be caused by any number of changes in the organs, glands, and hormones involved in menstruation. Stress due to inter... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen05th July 2007
The early signs of pregnancy being talked about here are much before the fifth week when the first menstrual period is missed. Yes, there are other symptoms of pregnancy that can indicate towards a woman having successfully conceived.
Tenderness in Br... Read >
Author: apurva26th June 2007
Couples who are keen on planning a pregnancy will benefit immensely if they have a pregnancy checklist that can guide them and remind them of things that they may not even have considered. If you opt for pregnancy planning, a pre pregnancy checklist can g... Read >
Author: apurva07th June 2007
The most common symptoms are itching and the feeling of irritation in the vaginal area; redness or swelling of the vulva; a white, thick, unpleasant discharge which looks similar to cottage cheese and which has no scent, although sometimes it could smell ... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes04th June 2007
Vaginal candidiasis is not considered a sexually transmitted disease. However, 12% to 15% of men will develop symptoms such as itching and penile rash following sexual contact with an infected partner.
Avoid keeping your vagina wet for a long peroid of... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes24th May 2007
Menopause is the physiological cessation of menstrual cycles associated with advancing age in women. Menopause is defined as absence of menstrual periods for 12 months. The menopausal transition starts with varying menstrual cycle length and ends with the... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen21st May 2007
It is known that as a result of ovulation, there can appear cysts, which are called functional cysts and are completely normal. In about 1 to 3 months, these cysts shrink, and if you have this type of cysts, it is good to do a check after 1-3 months to se... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola16th May 2007
Avoiding a yeast infection is about controlling the environment around the body so that it is able to stay dry. Avoid douching and using feminine products like wipes or sprays. Avoid bubble baths and soaking in soapy water as it can alter the ph in the va... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes11th May 2007
Because of today’s society we see more and more people concerned and worried about their weight and physical appearance. For some, this worries tend to get out of hand and develop into obsessions, in a way coping with the other problems of life. Eating... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola03rd May 2007
Women in their 30s are much less likely to develop breast cancer than are women in their 60s 1. Still, some women develop the disease at a young age. If you are one of these young women with breast cancer, you may be wondering, "Why me?"
Because breas... Read >
Author: Novartis Ribbon of Pink25th April 2007
Vaginal candidiasis is not considered a sexually transmitted disease. However, 12% to 15% of men will develop symptoms such as itching and penile rash following sexual contact with an infected partner.
Avoid keeping your vagina wet for a long peroid of... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes25th April 2007
Menopause is defined as absence of menstrual periods for 12 months. The menopausal transition starts with varying menstrual cycle length and ends with the final menstrual period. Menopause is a natural biological process, not a medical illness. Although i... Read >
Author: Alien21st April 2007
In my opinion, this is one of the world's most powerful, secret remedies for any illness! I strongly believe that if we all drank the amount of water our bodies need, we would see a great reduction in all types of sicknesses. Most doctors say that we shou... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes15th April 2007
Human pheromones have caused a lot of debate. That is an understatement. So far, the gap between the believers and non believers is still relatively wide despite some promising research being done in this area. What is it about human behavior that we actu... Read >
Author: Dean Caporella13th April 2007
The most common symptoms are itching and the feeling of irritation in the vaginal area; redness or swelling of the vulva; a white, thick, unpleasant discharge which looks similar to cottage cheese and which has no scent, although sometimes it could smell ... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes07th April 2007
A little known fact about vaginal yeast infections is that condoms can actually create them too. The use of condoms which have spermicide on them known as nonoxynol-9, has been proven in studies to be linked to increased yeast infections. Some women howev... Read >
Author: Sarah Rhodes20th March 2007
Anorexia, an eating disorder that can determine self-starvation affects mostly women, especially the younger ones. A factor that can lead to anorexia is the norm of the modern society that appreciates a woman is beautiful and full of success if she is thi... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola28th February 2007
Almost everyone has had a headache at one point in his or her life. Headaches are of different types. In a migraine, throbbing pain is felt on one side of the head. The most important symptom you will probably have with your migraine headache is pain, and... Read >
Author: Cindy07th February 2007
Yasmin effectively help in preventing risks of being pregnant after any sexual activity. Yasmin prevent the release of an egg from an ovary and also cause changes in your cervical mucous and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus a... Read >
Author: olivia andrews17th January 2007
Seasonale birth control pill has been approved by FDA. A new choice in oral contraceptive for woman for preventing of pregnancy. Seasonale s an extended- regimen birth control pill which means it is designed to extend the time between your expected menstr... Read >
Author: olivia andrews05th December 2006
Anorexia nervousa is an illness that occurs primarily in teenage girls but can occur in boys and adults. It is an eating disorder where people are obsessed with being thin and starve themselves because they are terrified of gaining weight. What is the cor... Read >
Author: Chris Chenoweth05th October 2006
Approximately two million American women enter menopause every year. Menopause indicates the end of woman's reproductive life.
Menopause causes some huge hormonal changes that are blamed for everything from dry skin to mental illness.
The average ... Read >
Author: Alex Fir17th September 2006
Osteoporosis, which means *porous bones*, is a condition of excessive skeletal fragility resulting in weakened bones that break easily. A combination of genetic, dietary, hormonal, age-related, and lifestyle factors all contribute to this condition. Osteo... Read >
Author: Chris Chenoweth13th July 2006
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a pattern of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that appear before your menstrual period starts and disappear soon after bleeding begins.
PMS occurs only in women who ovulate during their monthly menstrual cycle... Read >
Author: Carol Bond12th July 2006
Diagnosing diabetes symptoms can be difficult in identifying at first, as manifestation of the disease is gradual. Sometimes, because symptoms can also be common to other illnesses, the real illness may be overlooked. Diabetes symptoms may vary, the list ... Read >
Author: Dominic S29th June 2006
Acne is a real cosmetic problem. Many of the acne patients sometimes feel that they would never get rid of acne. With latest treatments, if you have patience, you can treat your acne successfully. But what if you also have oily skin?
Oily Skin- What is... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta25th May 2006
Excessive vaginal discharge in addition to your regular menstrual cycle could be quite troublesome if proper care is not being taken by you. This bleeding occurs from the vagina during menstrual periods but is heavier than normal discharge.
Abnormal b... Read >
Author: olivia andrews01st May 2006
Normally, women experience the first symptoms of menopause during their late thirties and early forties. Menopause is a natural occurrence and a gradual transition occurring in every woman. Menopause is not any disease or illness but a total cessation of ... Read >
Author: Jodie Phillips18th April 2006
Everyone wants to enjoy an unblemished, smooth and glowing skin. Do you envy those, who have a scar less skin? Then, your answer should be, no. You need not envy them. There are various acne solution treatments, available these days to get rid of acne.
... Read >
Author: Xavier Reyes07th January 2006
At the time of birth a baby girl possesses 2 million egg cells, by the time she hits puberty, and there are about 300,000 left. Out of these only 400/500 mature fully to be released in the menstrual cycle, the rest degenerate.
During the fertile years ... Read >
Author: Jenifer Dsouza12th October 2005
Acne affects virtually all teenagers at one point or another, to varying degrees. Teen acne is hereditary and is brought on by hormonal changes related to menstrual periods, pregnancy, birth control pills, or stress; oily hair and skin products; certain d... Read >
Author: Seth Miller04th October 2005
There are many ways of which to obtain weight loss and
some of these techniques are excessive exercise, intake
of laxatives and not eating. Some people submit
themselves to starving (C this is what you call anorexia.
These are the people who belie... Read >
Author: Michael Sanford
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