Premature ovarian failure is a condition affecting the reproductive system of women before they reach the age of 40. This means that both ovaries lose their function. Premature ovarian failure is known by various names such as premature menopause, primary ovarian failure, or primary ovarian insufficiency. In terms of percentage, the number of women affected by the disorder is small, although if translated to actual figures, the number exceeds...more
Breast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases for women and is in fact the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. The figure of those who have died from breast cancer has reached half a million for 2008 alone. What is even more dreadful about breast cancer is that the disease usually indicates the presence of other serious ailments that further compound the situation. The Common Causes of Breast Cancer Because of the enormity of the...more
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that is prevalent in women after their menopausal period. It is characterized by a reduction in bone density and leads to an increase in the risk of having bone fracture. In osteoporosis, the mineral content in the bones as well as the structure of the bone itself is greatly altered, making the woman susceptible to bone injuries and their complications. Detecting Osteoporosis By itself, osteoporosis has no specific symptoms. The risk or presence of the disease is only detected if the woman becomes injured or suffers bone fractures in circumstances that healthy people would normally not suffer the same fate. In this case, the situation is described as fragility fracture because the injury is greatly due to the weak structure of the bone. In the more advanced cases of osteoporosis, vertebral collapse is also noted. This is a condition that indicates that the vertebra is no longer able to support the woman's body weight. This is also accompanied by severe back pain, and regular and stinging pain caused by nerve compression. Fractures may also occur in other body parts, and depending on the severity and state of health of the patient, surgery may be...more
Breast health is very important to adult women and good self-esteem about breasts and all physical features are very important for younger girls. Keeping these two different angles in mind are important for girls and women alike when it comes to good breast health and good self-image and self-esteem.In North America, the incidence of Breast Cancer...more
Having been born an Army brat, I lived in Germany for quite a few years. My dad married a German, and hence that was my first language. We did not have a car, therefore we used public transportation to go everywhere. We were always hopping on a train or bus and running to catch the next. There was a very big mix of people amongst us as it seemed...more
There was a time, when only the young girls used to be conscious about their face and would love to have fabulous skin quality. However, when they would become older these products would practically become unimportant for them. But the scenario has changed now and thus not only the teen-age girls but the mid-age women have also become much particular about possessing a glowing skin, even after their 50s. As a result of this, the girls start taking a very good care of their skin at an early stage with the help of anti-aging skin care products, so that they are in a position to avoid the old-age skin problems. Due to the effect that a good skin care product leaves on the skin, these products have become an inseparable part of almost every woman's life, not only in India but from all over the world. And it would not be wrong to say that now-a-days they are more like equivalent to oxygen for the female section of the society. As a result of this, even the older women of late 40's and early 50's can nurture their skin with the help of a good anti-aging skin care product. For this, they not only use these products but also undergo the genuine skin care treatments, which is done to avoid...more
If you are a girl who is a tattoo newbie and still haven't decided on what designs to go for, small flower tattoos can be a good option for you. Since you are new in this kind of body art, a delicate and miniature floral images is the path to go....more
The vast majority of women complain about uncomfortable bras. The reason for much of the complaining boils down to a few common problems. Fortunately, most of these are easily fixed.Straps vs. Band Support - Every woman knows what a bra looks like,...more
When it comes to fashion, there are many choices we can choose from. Making a choice based on an event is a time tested task. Wearing a sexy low cut dress to a cocktail party is a great choice, but you need a bra that will work with the look.With a...more
You probably don't give much thought to the background of the brassiere when you put one on each morning. You should! If it wasn't for a woman named Mary Phelps Jacob, you would be very uncomfortable.Statistics show that many women do not wear the...more
The world of bras has become so vast that it can be difficult to keep them all straight, much less their purposes. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the balcony bra, its purpose and when it should be worn."Balcony bra" may sound like a...more
Out of antiquity there comes many stories and legends of the old ways. From the back corner of women's bathrooms to Tupperware parties, the legend of the perfect bra has grown over time. Let us investigate whether the perfect bra exists or is just a...more