All Entries in the "Women’s Health" Category
Thin vs. curvy – where should a woman stand?
It seems like the world is increasingly waking up to healthier lifestyles and body shapes, though not the ones we may have expected to see only ten or 15 years ago. It seems that a number of celebrities, as well as the ideals of beauty, have shifted more towards curvy bodies than outright thin. Bigger [...]
What Is “Wrongful Birth”?
We’ve all heard of wrongful death through negligence and so on, but recently a Wrongful Birth suit was awarded $2.9 million in damages. The claim made by the parents was that they suffered as a result of misdiagnosis during pregnancy, which was upheld by the court and damages were awarded. Importance of prenatal testing The [...]
5 things to think about before undertaking breast enlargement surgery
The subject of plastic surgery is no longer taboo in many countries. In fact, many people are now open about the lifestyle changes that can be brought about by various cosmetic procedures, with breast enlargement being one of the most popular.It is important, however, to never take cosmetic surgery light-heartedly, as like any operation it carries [...]
Facts About Frequent Urination in Women
Frequent urination in women is a burdensome symptom that one could ever experience. For busy people, the need to frequently urinate is a bothersome situation and becomes a disruption to one’s daily tasks. In order to address a specific condition related to frequent urination in women, one should first be aware of the etiology of [...]
Endometriosis Treatment Options
It is estimated that between 5 to 10 percent of women of reproductive age may have the condition known as endometriosis, which is characterized by the abnormal growth of endometrial cells (which normally grow in the lining of the uterus), outside the uterine cavity; most typically the ovaries. Though there is no actual cure for [...]
Yeast Infection Home Remedies You Can Count On
Vaginal yeast infection affect three out of four women. It is caused by the Candida albicans fungus. In the vagina, yeast are present. However, their growth is controlled by the acidic environment in the vagina. Sometimes, the vaginal wall cannot maintain its acidity level because of menstural period, douching or certain diseases like diabetes. When [...]
Understanding The Different Female Reproductive Organs
A woman’s body is designed for childbirth. The reproductive system is where everything emanates. It is comprised of different parts such as the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and vagina among others. These parts make up what we call as the female reproductive organs. The female reproductive organs work together to make her pregnant, menstruate and [...]
IVF Implantation – Information You Must Know
A woman’s reproductive system is a complexity and a miracle in itself. In her womb, a life is created, a human being is conceived. Due to the influx of technology, babies may either be conceived naturally or through other means such as in vitro fertilization. IVF implantation takes place when the blastocyst embryo has started [...]
What Is Cervical Erosion And How Worried Need You Be?
Cervical erosion (or cervical ectropian) can be a scary sounding condition, where the squamous epithelial cells grow out of the cervical wall. This is actually a normal condition, where there is the appearance of erosion in the cervical area, the appearance of inflammation, reddening, and seeming infection. Though the term implies erosion there is no [...]
Choosing The Best Endometriosis Treatment
Being a woman is difficult. Other than going through childbirth, one is exposed to a lot of diseases distinct only to the female gender. Have you heard of endometriosis? It is a condition that only affects women and mind you, it is serious. As such, you should even be more aware of it, its symptoms [...]
