Vaginitis is a condition in which there is an inflammation of the vagina. It is also characterized by discharge, odor, irritation, and itching. There are many agents that can cause vaginitis. These are bacteria, yeast, chemicals, and even clothing. Vaginitis can also be a sexually transmitted disease and it is influenced by many factors like health, personal hygiene, medications, hormones, health of the sexual partner, and disturbance of the...more
Menopause is a condition in which the menstruation of a woman ceases for one year and ends her reproductive cycle. This is just a natural event in a woman's life. It occurs in every woman when she reaches her late thirties to early fifties (average 48 to 52 years old). Menopause happens under the influence of hormonal changes in the body. When a woman reaches this stage, there are physical and chemical changes that happen and many women...more
Uterine polyps refer to the excessive growth of cells that are found on the inner wall of the uterus. This is commonly seen in the lining of the uterus or the endometrium layer, which is why it is sometimes referred to as endometrial polyps. Sizes range from a few millimeters to several centimeters. These cells are attached to the uterine wall by a large base or a thin stalk. A woman can have only one uterine polyp but the numbers can increase too. Most uterine polyps remain inside the uterus but there are instances when they can protrude through the opening of the uterus or the cervix and eventually into the vagina. Signs, Symptoms, and Risk factors Uterine polyps don't usually manifest any symptoms and so they can be hard to detect. Some of the signs of uterine polyps are:* Irregular menstrual bleeding like having frequent and unpredictable periods, and these periods have irregular lengths and heaviness * Bleeding between menstrual periods * Excessively heavy menstrual periods * Vaginal bleeding even after menopauseWomen have greater risks if they are obese, have high blood pressure, in drug therapy for breast cancer, and if they had or currently have cervical polyps and other...more
Post partum depression can occur after any delivery of pregnancy. This is also called peripartum depression. After the pregnancy, a woman experiences different hormonal changes in the body which can in turn trigger the symptoms of depression. A high amount of estrogen and progesterone remain in a patient's body the first 24 to 48 hours after...more
There are many women who constantly experience aches and pains that they try to overlook because of being caught up with whatever they are doing or too busy to notice. A woman should know that minor pains that are constant could be a sign of something serious. Millions of women out there don't always stop to listen to what their body is saying and...more
There are many causes of benign breast cancer. These are the changes in the breast tissue, any breast infection or injury, and any medicine that are taken that have caused the lumps or the breast pain. Changes in the tissues of a woman's breasts occur with the fluctuating levels of estrogen and progesterone during the menstrual cycle.Types of Benign Breast Conditions There are many types of lumps and conditions in the breast that are benign and it is very important to know them so that you will not have to be unnecessarily alarmed when you find a lump in one or both of your breasts. * Fibrocystic changes. This increases the size and tenderness in the breast before the menstrual period. These lumps are just milk ducts and surrounding tissues that have grown and dilated to form cysts. The lumps that are formed may be hard or rubbery. Fibrocystic changes are often noticeable among women in their 40s.* Simple cysts. These are just fluid filled cysts that change in size with the woman's menstrual cycles.* Fibroademonas. These are considered the most common benign tumors in a female breast. They are solid, round, and rubbery, and they can move freely in the breast once they are pushed...more
Stretch marks are theoretically small tears that form under the tissue that supports the skin. When they are overstretched, they will appear as purplish red streaks that look unsightly on the skin. Women with stretch marks are constantly seeking ways...more
Stretch marks are said to be related to hormonal changes that happens during puberty, pregnancy, and muscle building. Stretch marks are the off-color scarring on the skin that is caused by the tearing of the dermis. This can disappear eventually but...more
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...more
Stress is the reaction of our body to something that upsets the normal balance in our life. Women are easily stressed and all women have stress. A corporate woman can be stressed with her work. A busy mom is stressed sometimes with her kids and all...more
If you're looking for the right maternity gift to give to that special pregnant woman in your life, why not consider giving a classic item of maternity wear? Before you purchase a maternity gift for your special pregnant lady, there are 3 things you...more
That special mother-to-be in your life deserves to be treated with care and love. At a time when her hormones are raging out of control, one thing that will help her feel good about herself is to have beautiful and well-fitting clothes that bring out...more