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Florida Abortion Clinic. Dr. James S. Pendergraft opened the Abortion Clinic in March 1996 to provide a full range of health care for women, including Florida abortion clinic, physical examinations, family planning, counseling, laboratory services and sexually transmitted disease screening and counseling.
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Aug 24, 2009
Women are known to be more susceptible to stress than men. This is because more is expected of women, especially married working moms. These expectations are usually focused on how they handle the household, the kids, and their job.
Aug 24, 2009
Soy and products made from it are considered to be very effective in alleviating most of the symptoms of menopause. This is because of its high concentration of phytoestrogens. These phytoestrogens are compounds derived from plants that contain estrogenic activity, thus having great effects on addressing menopausal symptoms.
Aug 24, 2009
Stress is one of the most inevitable things in life. At one time or another, women go through stress because of a variety of reasons. This could include work, life at home, and relationships. The bad thing about stress is that they are believed to cause changes in the brain that are chemical in nature, greatly affecting your health.
Aug 24, 2009
Menopause, like puberty, is an inevitable part of a woman’s life. It is the end of the menstruation period, which in turn signals a great deal of changes. In the middle part of your thirties, there are changes that will happen to your ovaries. These changes include fluctuations in progesterone and estrogen levels. These hormones are very important to have normal menstrual cycles and successful pregnancies. Estrogen works at keeping a woman’s bones healthy.
Aug 24, 2009
Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure performed in a hospital. Because of this, you will need to be absent from your work and be away from home for a period of time. The length of your stay in the hospital and your recuperation period at home will be dependent on the type of hysterectomy and recovery time.
Aug 24, 2009
Women, by nature, are more susceptible to becoming stressed. This is because of the many hormonal changes that they go through during their whole lifetime. The fluctuation of the hormonal levels of women consistently occurs during puberty, the menstrual period, gestation or pregnancy, and during menopause. This fluctuation of hormones is known to cause stress.
Aug 24, 2009
Most of the time, it is the women who experience too much stress when the holidays The holidays could also bring on sad memories like the loss of loved ones, jobs, friends, marriages, homare approaching. This is because they are the ones who are usually responsible for shopping, decorating, cooking, planning seasonal events, getting gifts, and sending greeting cards.
Aug 24, 2009
Managing your stress effectively make take on many different forms. While there are women who choose expensive and more complicated ways to help deal with stress, there are others who employ simpler and less costly means that are no less effective. It just takes commitment and willingness to be able to get rid of stress in the best possible ways available.
Aug 24, 2009
Women may know that menopause is a normal and inevitable part of their lives. However, they may lack some knowledge as to the changes that could happen to their bodies during this stage in their life.
Aug 24, 2009
Have you been told by your doctor that you need to undergo a hysterectomy? If so, then you should know as much as possible about the facts behind hysterectomy and its possible alternatives before deciding to go through with the procedure.
Aug 24, 2009
A uterine artery embolization or UAE is known to be an alternative to surgical procedures that could correct uterine fibroids. There are three main kinds of uterine fibroids and these are the subserosal, intramural, and submucous. If you have any of these three kinds of fibroids, the options for treatment might be limited. However, these are also dependent on whether there are organs affected by the fibroids and the symptoms you are experiencing.
Aug 24, 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?
Aug 24, 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.
Aug 24, 2009
You and your husband can work together during the trying times of menopause instead of having friction because of it. It is expected to be very difficult during the start of menopause when almost all of symptoms arise with more frequency. To maintain a healthy and enjoyable relationship during this time, it is best to have your spouse and family members understand that you need their understanding and care the most as you go through this natural change in your life.
Aug 11, 2009
Most people commonly associate hypertension with men. It is as if women could not develop the disease. It is because most information on hypertension center around excessive drinking, smoking, and sedentary lifestyle as the primary causes of developing hypertension. It is scarcely believable to think of women having the same lifestyle portrayed on men who are victims of hypertension.
Aug 11, 2009
Urinary incontinence refers to a condition when a person has great difficulty holding one’s urine from flowing out. As such, the condition entails an involuntary leakage of urine. Because of this condition, a person feels embarrassment and it has a profound impact on one’s lifestyle as well as on one’s personality.
Aug 11, 2009
Interstitial cystitis is a disease among women that is also commonly known as painful bladder syndrome. It refers to a disease in the urinary bladder whose cause may remain unknown. The disease is characterized by pain during urination, urinary frequency as often as every 10 minutes, and pressure in the bladder or in the pelvis.
Aug 11, 2009
Urinary tract infection or UTI is one of the most common infections that affect women. In the course of her lifetime, a woman may encounter more than one case of urinary tract infection. Despite repeated warnings from health experts that urinary tract infections by themselves are not something women should be concerned about, the infection can cause a great deal of pain, which becomes very annoying and will get in the way of her activities. Nonetheless, an infection is still an infection and as
Aug 11, 2009
A woman’s blood pressure is one of her most reliable clues in determining if her cardiovascular system is in good condition. Blood pressure is monitored with the aid of an instrument called sphygmomanometer, which measures the pressure or force per unit area exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels.
Aug 11, 2009
It is a sad reality that most women consider death from heart diseases as second only to breast cancer as the main cause of death. While it cannot be denied that breast cancer is also a top killer in women, it is wrong to think that heart diseases do not affect women that much. This erroneous thinking largely results from belief that heart diseases are more likely to strike men than women. At present, men are by far still the more numerous victims of heart diseases—but women are catching up.
Aug 11, 2009
Heart attack is one of the leading causes of death in the world. It occurs when there is an interruption of the blood supply to a part of the heart which causes some heart cells to die. The interruption in the supply of blood is most commonly due to a blockage in any of the heart arteries.
Aug 11, 2009
A woman who has bladder problems may find her life adversely affected. This is because any problem with the bladder can make it difficult to engage in daily activities. One common bladder problem is urinary incontinence wherein a woman is unable to hold her urine from leaking. As a result, a woman feels alone and thinks that her condition is may be hopeless.
Aug 11, 2009
If the adage that the best way for a woman to a man’s heart is through his stomach, then it must imply that a woman has to be good at cooking. Being good at cooking does not mean being able to prepare delicious foods only; it also must take into consideration health factors such as nutrition and what it can do to a person’s health.
Aug 11, 2009
Cardiovascular diseases are by far the leading cause of death for women in most parts of the world. The reason why this ailment has become one of the leading killers in women is because of changes in their lifestyle, diet, and other factors.
Aug 11, 2009
A woman’s pelvic floor is a very critical part of her body. This is because the pelvic floor is the base for the different muscles that control bowel movements and urination. Moreover, the pelvic floor is also important during pregnancy. It has to be strong enough to support the weight of the baby as well as help expel the baby during a normal delivery.
Aug 11, 2009
It is the new theme of the times that women today are as prone to heart disease as men. This is a far cry from the mainstream belief a couple of decades ago when only men were susceptible to heart diseases. Furthermore, such belief emphasized that as long as women keep themselves fit, they are likely to avoid heart disease. This belief is very much true because a major reason for the susceptibility of women today is due to changes in lifestyle and diet.
Aug 11, 2009
As dreadful as it seems, urinary tract infections or UTI is common in both males and females, although it is the women who experience the greatest discomfort. Urinary tract infection refers to disorders affecting the urinary tract. It may be caused by bacterial infection due to poor hygiene, or as a result of sexual intercourse.
Aug 11, 2009
A woman’s urinary health is something that should not be ignored because of the risks involved in having urinary tract infection or UTI. This is because a woman is more prone to developing the infection than men because of their unique anatomy, which makes it easy to develop UTI.
Aug 11, 2009
A woman’s pelvic area is the region where her reproductive organs are located. This is not to say that a woman will not be complete if her pelvic health hangs in the balance. This indicates that when something is wrong with her pelvic area, her ability to conceive, as well as all other functions where the pelvic region is involved, may be affected.
Aug 1, 2009
The functioning and activities of the thyroid is one of the most influential processes in the human body. This is because the overproduction or underproduction of thyroid hormones can have adverse effects on the human body and its functioning. As such, it is important that a person undergo thyroid tests frequently and regularly to monitor the level of hormones secreted by the thyroid. Otherwise, the consequences on the health could be costly and fatal.
Aug 1, 2009
Fibrocystic breast condition refers to a situation wherein a woman’s breasts have lumps that are non-cancerous. These lumps can cause a great deal of discomfort and other problems. The situation commonly comes about as a result of hormonal changes due to the woman’s menstrual cycle.
Aug 1, 2009
Osteoporosis is a disease that affects the bones due to atrophy and general weakness in the structure of bones. The condition is far more severe in women, although it may also affect men. People who experience it suffer from bodies collapsing from sheer weight due to the inability of the bones to support the body. In other cases, there are various injuries that can happen to the body, such as fractures or a developing a stooping figure that is characteristic of those who suffer from the conditio
Aug 1, 2009
Menopause is one of the most challenging episodes in the life of a woman. The stage brings with it certain bodily changes such as the cessation of a female’s ability to conceive. Psychologically, menopause also poses quite a challenge for a woman as it will likely challenge preconceived views on her role that may cause great changes in mood and temperment as well as requiring greater effort to accept such changes as part of the natural process.
Aug 1, 2009
It is rare that women consider their bone health before the onset of any injuries or diseases to the bones. As such, once they take notice of their bone health, chances are that any disease they may have noticed is already advanced. That is why it is important for women to pay attention to their bone health starting when they are still young.
Aug 1, 2009
For women, eating should not be just a matter of course. It goes beyond that because of the unique health requirements of women. For better bone health, women should obtain foods not just for their taste, but also for the nutrients they contain to maintain good bone health.
Aug 1, 2009
It is critical for women to make sure that they are always in good health. However, there are plenty of potential problems that lurk in the background that can victimize women anytime. One of the most dreaded diseases that is a threat to women is inflammatory breast cancer.
Aug 1, 2009
Hypothyroidism is just one of the many diseases that may affect women. The situation is a cause for alarm because of the many complications that it brings. In any case, hypothyroidism may indicate that something may be seriously amiss with a woman’s health. Because a woman’s body may be subjected to various hormonal changes, hypothyroidism is more frequent in women than in men.
Aug 1, 2009
Menopause is regarded by most women as the most challenging episode in their lives. This is because menopause can cause a great deal of bodily changes as well as psychological ones. In any case, menopause poses a lot of problems, most of which is due to hormonal changes. In turn, these hormonal changes may trigger other reactions in the body that can cause adverse effects. One of the reactions due to hormonal changes is hypothyroidism.
Aug 1, 2009
The production of bodily hormones is one thing that few people have full appreciation for. In fact, most do not even know what hormones are and what they do to the body. Scarcely will there be an individual who is well versed as to what would happen if something affects the body’s production of hormones.
Aug 1, 2009
Hyperthyroidism refers to a situation wherein the thyroid gland has an overactive tissue that results in overproduction. This overproduction leads to an excess number of circulating free thyroid hormones. Because the thyroid hormone affects nearly all body cells, the result is that vital functions of the body also overdo their regular functioning.
Aug 1, 2009
Breast milk is the first food that babies take in after birth. The milk is nutritious enough to allow a baby to grow and survive taking nothing else but breast milk alone. Also, breastfeeding is one of the moments wherein a mother can show true maternal love. Some experts say that a child who was breastfed develops a closer bond with her mother than those who were not. In any case, breast milk and breastfeeding are very important elements in rearing a child.
Aug 1, 2009
For a breastfeeding woman, breast discharge should come in no other form than milk. However, for women who are not breastfeeding, any discharges from the breast is a cause for alarm. The discharges may happen while asleep or at any time of the day. Fortunately, despite the concern that women may associate with the problem, what is fortunate is that most discharges are benign and they usually do not indicate a severe condition that is a true cause for worry. Nonetheless, despite the fact that mos
Aug 1, 2009
Breast health is a very important aspect of a women’s health. This is because there are many risk factors that affect the breasts, most of which may result in serious conditions such as breast cancer. In some instances, a woman may not be even aware of having some form of breast disease until it is already advanced and too little can be possibly done. This is why it is important to seek medical attention even at the slightest of changes that a woman may notice on her breasts.
Aug 1, 2009
Bone health is one of the most important aspects of a women’s health. This is due to the fact that ignoring bone health may result in a lot of diseases and injuries, the most dreaded of which is osteoporosis. Although a lot has been said about the debilitating effects of osteoporosis, it may not be entirely too late to protect one from it.
Jul 25, 2009
An ectopic pregnancy is one of the saddest things that can happen during pregnancy. It is a pregnancy that is implanted outside the uterus. Typically, pregnancies develop in the pelvic or abdominal region. The most common type of ectopic pregnancy is tubal pregnancy, which means that the pregnancy is in the fallopian tubes.
Jul 25, 2009
Pregnancy and delivery can have a lot of effects on a woman’s health. In most cases, a woman is caught unprepared for life after pregnancy. As a result, adjusting to the new life becomes a major challenge, which is likely to alter family relations. However, with sufficient knowledge as well as the proper mental outlook, women may be able to cope with post-partum depression.
Jul 25, 2009
C-section or cesarean section is defined as a surgical procedure of giving birth. This is opposed to normal delivery or vaginal delivery. In a cesarean section, an incision is made through the mother’s abdomen and uterus to deliver the baby.
Jul 25, 2009
Pregnancy is such a critical phase for both the mother and her child. This is because if anything goes wrong during the process of pregnancy, the mother and her child will be put at risk. This is more dangerous than it seems because complications during pregnancy are potentially fatal for the mother, or child, or both.
Jul 25, 2009
One of the most critical stages in a woman’s life is during pregnancy. It is paramount that one should keep one’s health in tiptop condition in order to ascertain that both mother and child will be healthy. As such, expectant mothers put a lot of premium on their health, knowing that they are embarking on a journey at the end of which a new life will emerge. However, what most women should know is that it is not only during pregnancy where utmost care should be taken.
Jul 25, 2009
For every woman, getting pregnant is perhaps the most joyous episode in her life. This is because it is the fulfillment of their role to give new life to this world. As such, a lot of women eagerly awaits the moment when they will finally conceive. However, despite being replete with joy, pregnancy carries with it a lot of risks and difficulties.
Jul 25, 2009
Eating for two is not necessary, although this is a common belief among pregnant women. The most common advice that expectant mothers hear is that one should double her food intake because there are now two to share the nutrients from the food taken in. This is an erroneous thinking that needs to be corrected because if such belief persists, then it will be that pregnant women may be putting themselves at risk.
Jul 25, 2009
Pregnancy is said to be the happiest and most exciting episode in a woman’s life. This is because a pregnant woman will finally be able to fulfill her role of giving birth and being the window through which a new life will be brought to this world. However, despite being a wondrous episode in her life, there are plenty of things that can go wrong during pregnancy. One of these is preeclampsia, which is potentially fatal if this is not treated promptly and properly.
Jul 25, 2009
Fertility is a very important aspect of human life. This is because fertility is directly correlated to the ability to give life. As such, it is no assurance that couples copulate in order to conceive. Fertility is also very important because even if frequent copulation is practiced, there is still the possibility that a woman may not conceive due to low fertility rate.
Jul 25, 2009
When a woman becomes pregnant, it is always imperative that she will take care of her health in a more careful manner than ever. Because pregnancy involves the phase wherein a baby is prepared for its entry into the world in her mother’s womb, it is important for the baby to obtain the proper amount and kind of nutrients that will ensure a healthy and safe delivery.
Jul 25, 2009
One of the risks that people take during sexual intercourse is the possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted disease or STD. The consequences of acquiring one are even greater during pregnancy because the condition can severely affect the health of both the mother and her baby. Moreover, contracting such diseases during pregnancy may result to long-term effects on the health of the baby.
Jul 25, 2009
For a majority of pregnant women, the toughest part about the first phase of pregnancy is bouts with morning sickness. Morning sickness refers to those symptoms that pregnant women experience such as vomiting and nausea. The symptoms affect approximately 75 percent of pregnant women.
Jul 25, 2009
For most pregnant women, the termination of pregnancy is the most difficult part of the process. This is because labor involves a lot of pain. Because of this, most women resort to a C-section delivery, which is far less painful. However, there are instances when there is a need to induce labor earlier than normal. This procedure is very painful and is done only at the utmost necessity.
Jul 25, 2009
Because pregnancy is a very delicate stage in both the woman and her baby’s life, a lot of effort is in place to make sure that a woman will have a safe pregnancy and delivery. The goal of this is to make sure that both mother and child will pass through the process safe and sound. In any case, attention is specially given to minimize the risks during pregnancy, which is plenty especially if one is careless about it.
Jul 11, 2009
If you think that varicose and spider veins are the least of your concerns, think again. These are problems that could become major health issues if not attended to right away. All veins are connected to the heart. It is also through this body system that oxygen is transmitted to the vital organs.
Jul 11, 2009
Patients suffering from hypothyroidism usually find it hard to lose weight. This is because their endocrine system is not working at optimum levels and their body’s metabolism rate is very slow. Most thyroid patients lose hope as far as losing weight is concerned. But there’s one effective way to shed pounds – the solution is a thyroid weightloss diet.
Jul 11, 2009
Self-mutilation comes in many names – self-harm, self-cutting, self-injury. But regardless what the act is called, it all boils down to one thing – the deliberate infliction of damage to one’s skin tissues for reasons other than suicide.
Jul 11, 2009
To be fat is not heathy nor is it desired. In fact, many teenagers today want to be a size 0. They all want to be supermodel thin. Thin is perceived as being most attractive by today’s standards.
Jul 11, 2009
Metabolism refers to the rate and method in which your body processes the food that you eat. A person with fast metabolism tends to be slimmer because processed food does not remain inside the body. Instead of forming into fat cells, they are utilized and burned by the body accordingly.
Jul 11, 2009
Recent studies have shown that cinnamon is more than an everyday spice. Aside from being the best condiment to sprinkle to your morning coffee and holiday cookies, cinnamon’s health value is as precious as gold. It has been discovered that cinnamon is a help for insulin resistance and weight loss, among its many other health benefits.
Jul 11, 2009
Bulimia or bulimia nervosa is a type of eating disorder. It is characterized by splurge eating or binge-eating. Bulimia concerns extreme body shape and weight gains. The binge-eating act associated with the disease is usually followed by inept weight control methods. Such methods may involve the excessive use of diuretics and laxatives, vomiting, fasting, and obsessive exercising. Binge eating is a practice wherein a person eats too much food, more than what his body can process, and not done in
Jul 11, 2009
Simply defined, fiber is undigested carbohydrates. It is considered as a special type of carbohydrates that are not absorbed into the bloodstream. As such, it has many health benefits. The benefits of fiber can positively affect the body’s vital organs like the heart, stomach, liver, and the kidneys.
Jul 9, 2009
Women who want to be thin and are advised against eating sugar-rich and sweetened foods. But then, these food items are really one of life’s guilty pleasures. How else can you resist the sight of chocolates, ice creams, and cakes? It’s impossible to lose weight and be addicted to sweet food. Sodas and beverages have lots of sugar loaded into to them too.
Jul 9, 2009
Sleep is very vital if you want to lose weight. Sleep affects all the processes of your body. You’ll feel less energized if you lack sleep. Your body is not ready for your daily activities if you fail to sleep well the previous night. It is important that you get good rest, especially if you intend to shed pounds off your body.
Jul 9, 2009
Anorexia is a disorder in which a person will avoid eating or eat as little as possible to avoid gaining weight. It is usually seen in young people, most commonly during their puberty stages. An anorexic individual suffers from intense weight loss issues. Their body is normally 15% below the ideal weight.
Jul 9, 2009
Most women want to look their best and are concerned about their skin. The skin is the body’s largest organ. It is also what people see first about a person. Beautiful skin is also a reflection of health. It makes you appear radiant and feel good from the inside out.
Jul 9, 2009
Acne can be a teenager’s nightmare. It is a condition caused by the over-activity of the sebaceous glands. Teens are most prone to acne because of the hormonal changes that they go through during puberty. Most teens become very distraught about acne.
Jul 9, 2009
The thyroid gland secretes hormones in the bloodstream. These hormones, in turn, regulate the functions of the organs and the cells inside the body. The thyroid gland is mainly responsible for the hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic processes.
Jul 1, 2009
The reasons why a woman may decide to have a hysterectomy or may need to have a hysterectomy can vary. To some, a hysterectomy may be a necessary operation. Examples of such are those who have to have their ovaries removed for health reasons, like for removing fibroid tumors or for treating endometriosis. To others, the reason that some women decide to undergo a hysterectomy revolves around the basis that they are told that they have no need for their uterus since they are not planning on having
Jul 1, 2009
Women entering the menopausal stage of their lives often experience changes that are uncomfortable and such changes can leave a woman irritable and vulnerable. When a woman enters the early stages of menopause, it is advisable that she find ways to move into this phase of her life with the least amount of stress and discomfort as much as she possibly can. Some women believe that the discomfort and irritability that a woman experiences when she enters her menopausal years is unavoidable. This is
Jul 1, 2009
What is perimenopause and how does it differ from the more familiarly known menopause? When can a woman start to experience perimenopause and what symptoms can she expect? Is perimenopause something that all women will face? Perimenopause is actually the stage that occurs before a woman goes into menopause. This transitional period is often expected to happen when a woman enters her 40s but is also known to occur as early as a woman’s 30s in some cases.
Jul 1, 2009
These days, eating is not only about ingesting food that is filling and tasty, it is now about maximizing what you eat and getting the most out of the food in more ways than one. Getting the most out of your food can be done by enhancing what you are eating and by choosing your food wisely. Here are some tips you might want to follow to get the best from your meals and to enhance the quality of your food:
Jul 1, 2009
Some women find the issue of menopause rather difficult to address when they need to ask their doctor about it and about what they need to do when menopause begins to wreak havoc on their system and on their lives. Some women even find it difficult to ask about solutions to the many problems that menopause can bring about. How does one talk about menopause with their doctor and what questions should be asked? When should a woman ask her doctor about this phenomenon and should she ask long before
Jul 1, 2009
Getting that perfect golden tan is something a lot of women want. It makes them look healthier, radiant, and younger and gives women that morale boost that only a lovely tan can give. Getting a tan can be done a few different ways, and while some women prefer the natural sun’s rays for a few hours to get that golden look they want, there are instances when time does not permit you to do so. This is where tanning beds and tanning salons come in.
Jul 1, 2009
Finding the right kind of multivitamin for your needs may seem as easy as going to the supermarket or the nearest pharmacy and picking up any bottle of multivitamins you see and buying it. Most people do get their multivitamins this way and they sometimes find that they lack some of the nutrients that their body needs when they are engaged in certain daily activities. How does a woman find the right kind of multivitamins for herself and what can she do to determine which of the many different m
Jul 1, 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 turn produces hormones beyond the normal level it should be producing them. Also called thyrotoxicosis, this problem can be easily diagnosed with some of the telltale symptoms that indicate a person has it.
Jul 1, 2009
A woman’s body can be subjected to various amounts and forms of stress. Common ailments that affect women are adrenal disorders. Adrenal fatigue in women involves a dysfunction of the adrenal glands, which means that it is not producing enough steroid hormones, thus impairing the ability of the woman’s body to regulate organ function.
Jun 23, 2009
The need to lose weight has been around for as long as women can remember and the need to look like those rail-thin models that you see in magazines and on runways has women in a frenzy to drop those pounds fast. This is why there are a lot of fad diets that are gaining popularity due to the claims these diets make quick and efficient weight loss with less effort and time spent as compared to the usual healthy, balanced diet and exercise routine that is recommended.
Jun 23, 2009
Women who are experiencing symptoms like depression and hot flashes when going through menopause sometimes end up using antidepressants to battle these symptoms.
Jun 23, 2009
The ailment known as hypothyroidism is something that more women than men experience and this is due to a hyper active thyroid gland. The reasons why a woman may suffer from hyperthyroidism may vary and some of these reasons often have certain symptoms that women find hard to cope with. Some women who have hyperthyroidism experience weight loss when they find that they have this ailment.
Jun 23, 2009
There is actually a link between your emotions and how you eat, and the reasons why a woman gains or loses weight often has a connection to how she feels at that time. There are a lot of reasons why women gain and lose weight due to how they feel. Some of the weight gain reasons include the feeling of finding solace in food when they are depressed or feeling sad. Weight loss reasons may revolve around feelings of guilt or due to bad experiences and trauma.
Jun 23, 2009
One of the problems women face when they are beginning to experience the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause is hormonal imbalance. Hormonal imbalance usually causes women distress due to the emotional disturbances and physical manifestations that emerge.
Jun 23, 2009
Stress is a common problem that all women encounter in their daily activities. From office to home, a woman is subjected to several situations that may result in developing stress. Stress is basically our body’s response to situations that trigger certain reactions in our body. As a result, when encountered with a particular situation, we need to make our own decisions and in some instances, even the process of decision-making itself is very stressful.
Jun 23, 2009
For every woman, menstruation is a part of life. For many it is an affirmation of their womanhood and a manifestation on the fulfillment of their role to bear children and ensure continuity of the human species. As such, despite the discomfort it may bring, women have learned to put up with the process of menstruation. However, when some disorder in their menstrual process comes about and can potentially ruin their health, that’s the time when women should be concerned for the possible impact
Jun 23, 2009
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 hundreds of thousands.
Jun 23, 2009
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.
Jun 23, 2009
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.
Jun 23, 2009
There are many aspects of women’s health, and if any of these is neglected, the results could pose dangerous risks. One aspect that should not be ignored is pelvic examination.
Jun 23, 2009
Self cultivation or masturbation is common to both genders, although the practice has become more common for women lately. It refers to sexual stimulation of one’s own genitals especially around the clitoris area, usually reaching the point of orgasm.
Jun 23, 2009
Understanding PMS
PMS or premenstrual syndrome is a term that is used to refer to the collective disorder that a woman feels in relation to her menstrual cycle. These disorders may be physical, psychological, and emotional or a combination of them. Although women in general suffer from one or more disorder in relation to menstruation, the term qualifies that the disorder must be so severe so as to disrupt the regular patterns of life.
PMS or premenstrual syndrome is a term that is used to refer to the collective disorder that a woman feels in relation to her menstrual cycle. These disorders may be physical, psychological, and emotional or a combination of them. Although women in general suffer from one or more disorder in relation to menstruation, the term qualifies that the disorder must be so severe so as to disrupt the regular patterns of life.
Jun 23, 2009
Systemic yeast is the common term used to refer to candidiasis. The term indicates yeast infection on the female genitalia. The infections pointed to by systemic yeast may be superficial in nature, which causes irritation, inflammation, and discomfort. On the other hand, the more serious nature of the infection could cause several symptoms and are potentially life-threatening.
Jun 23, 2009
Bone health in women is a pressing issue because women’s bones are by nature less dense than those of men. Moreover, certain nutrients may be deprived from a woman due to menstruation and physical ailments. This is why a woman must be careful as to the food she is consuming and her general state of health to make sure that her body is not deprived of vital nutrients critical to good bone health.
Jun 23, 2009
Because a woman’s body can be subjected to various forms of stress such as those encountered during pregnancy, a lot of ailments affect women’s health. Moreover, physiological and bodily changes are also brought about by menstruation and menopause, both of which may result in bodily and psychological changes in a woman.
Jun 23, 2009
The digestive system is one of the most important systems in a woman’s body. This is because the digestive system is the one system that processes the proper nutrients as well ensuring good health. The importance of the digestive system in a woman’s body is highlighted by the fact that over time, a woman’s body is subject to various changes. Bodily changes such as menstruation, pregnancy, and menopausal may require a woman to take certain amounts of nutrients, especially in the case of pre
Jun 23, 2009
For a woman, there are a lot of possible ailments that one may contract due to the many forms of stress and tensions that they are exposed to. The most common of these are problems associated with the daily activities and they can hamper even the simplest of chores.
Jun 23, 2009
For a woman, maintaining a healthy body goes beyond getting the proper nutrition and the right amount of food. It’s actually far more than that. Most women want to have a beautiful and sexy body to complete the projected feminine appeal.
Jun 10, 2009
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 genitalia.
Jun 10, 2009
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.
Jun 10, 2009
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 to eliminate the marks.
Jun 10, 2009
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 not fully. The possibility of developing stretch marks increases among pregnant women. In fact, 75 to 90 percent of women will develop stretch marks during their pregnancy.
Jun 10, 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 result from an infection or from a long term or chronic inflammation, an abnormal response to an increase in the estrogen levels, and in the congestion of blood vessels in the cervical canal.
Jun 10, 2009
There are many reasons that people have to lose weight from cosmetic reasons, serious health problems, and reducing the incidence of complications prior to becoming pregnant. What I am able to explain to you I have been able to achieve and I want to be able to help as many of you as I possibly can. I am a OB/Gyn Physician and see many women struggling with weight. Obesity has reached epidemic proportion in the US over the past decade, and there is no end in sight. There is no single reason t
Jun 10, 2009
Sleep is a luxury for busy people, but everybody loves sleep. Sleep contributes to the overall health and well-being of an individual. It rejuvenates the body, mind, and spirit. There are many benefits of eight hours of sleep each night. Body tissues are repaired at the cellular level, and this helps to reduce stress, pollution, and infection. Sleep also helps us learn new skills. Research done by the Harvard Medical School students concluded that REM sleep is essential for learning new things.
Jun 10, 2009
Endometrial polyps are also called uterine polyps. These are small growths that grow very slowly in the lining of the uterus. They have a large flat base and they are attached to the uterus through an elongated pedicle. They can be round or oval in shape and they are usually red in color. Large ones appear to be a darker shade of red. A woman can have one or many endometrial polyps, and they sometimes protrude through the vagina causing cramps and discomfort. They can cause cramps because they i
Jun 10, 2009
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 the work that she has to do at home. When you feel stressed, you should find ways to reduce the tension and find time to relax for yourself. Reducing stress reduces your risk for all chronic diseases including heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, ar
Jun 10, 2009
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.
Jun 10, 2009
Dieting is the practice of ingesting food in a regulated fashion to achieve or maintain a controlled weight. In many cases, the ultimate goal of women who wants to go on a diet is to lose weight.
Jun 10, 2009
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 bu
Jun 10, 2009
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.
Jun 10, 2009
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.
Jun 10, 2009
Stress is a difficult term to define. We react differently to stress because we all react differently to stimuli and some people are just not affected by it. Stress can either be a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes physical or mental tension and it can be a defining factor for the onset of a disease. Stress could also be the state of physical or mental tension that results from a series of factors that tend to alter an existent equilibrium.
May 28, 2009
Living a healthy and fit lifestyle is important for long life and longevity. Women should always stay fit and healthy because they are more likely to catch diseases than men. Living a healthy life is not just about following a healthy diet and maintaining the perfect weight. There are many aspects of living that women must maintain in order to be in good physical and mental state.
May 28, 2009
Women need to understand that they also need to exercise when they are planning on losing weight. Completing a diet plan is not the only way to look great. Different types of exercise can give females the long and lean figure that they desire because they can lose weight fast. There are many benefits that are provided when women exercise. These are:
May 28, 2009
There is that urge to eat and indulge one's palate with food. Snacks are part of an individual's meal program. Not only does it include eating three times a day but it also includes snack time. One in the morning and one in the afternoon would usually be the routine. This kind of habit is usually common for individuals who have hectic and busy schedules. They would eat too early. Waiting for their next full meal would be a long waiting process. With that, it would be tempting to grab food that w
May 28, 2009
Women have the capability of having multiple orgasms. In fact, they have the luxury to experience this more than men do. A woman can experience multiple orgasms if she allows herself to not just focus on one area. Women often just focus on the pelvis area when they make love with another such that the sexual energy that radiates throughout cannot travel to other parts of her body and excite her more. With just little effort, a woman can experience multiple orgasms if she just follow some simple
May 28, 2009
Running is a form of cardiovascular exercise that can be incorporated into any routine. It can be done by people at any level of fitness and it doesn't require any other form of equipment other than running shoes. Make sure that you have a strong and comfortable pair of running shoes that suits your needs. All you need to do when running is to keep your body upright and your stomach tight. The back foot should give a push off on each step and keep the arms bent to make the strides more efficient
May 28, 2009
Developing Gestational Diabetes during pregnancy carries a 15 to 60 percent chance of developing Non-Insulin Dependent (Type II) after pregnancy within a 5 to15 year period of time. It is important to determine the significant risk factors that lead to Type II diabetes as this disease has reached epidemic proportions around the world. From 1994 to 2002, the incidence of gestational diabetes doubled to now involve 7 percent of pregnancies. This has an increased maternal and neonatal morbidity
May 28, 2009
What is the cause? How do we prevent and treat it?
Non-Insulin dependent or Type II diabetes has reached epidemic proportions around the world. Over 50% of the population that has this disease does not know they are affected. Elevated blood sugars over a long period of time begin to effect bodily organs; including the heart, kidneys, eyes, liver, and peripheral vasculature and nerves. There is a increase in heart disease (angina, heart attack), stroke, blindness, fatty liver, ki
Non-Insulin dependent or Type II diabetes has reached epidemic proportions around the world. Over 50% of the population that has this disease does not know they are affected. Elevated blood sugars over a long period of time begin to effect bodily organs; including the heart, kidneys, eyes, liver, and peripheral vasculature and nerves. There is a increase in heart disease (angina, heart attack), stroke, blindness, fatty liver, ki
May 28, 2009
Approximately 7% of women that carry a pregnancy to term develop Gestational Diabetes during pregnancy.The incidence of Gestational Diabetes doubled from 1992 to 2004. No one understands why this has occurred except that the incidence of obesity increased tremendously during this same period of time. Type II diabetes has a incidence of developing between 15 to 60 percent 5 to 15 years after patients have had gestational diabetes. The three risk factors that indicate who will develop Type II d
May 28, 2009
Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder that is characterized by recurrent and unprovoked seizures. The seizures are transient signs or symptoms of abnormal and excessive neuronal activity in the brain. A large percentage of people all over the world have epilepsy, and it usually occurs in young children or the elderly. This disease is usually controlled, but it is not fully cured with medication. Surgery can be an option but not for all cases. The syndrome of epilepsy will not occur lifelong
May 28, 2009
Colon cancer or colorectal cancer is a disease characterized by the development of malignant cells in the lining of the first and longest portion of the large intestine. These cells have lost the normal control mechanism for growth. It is also termed as colorectal cancer because in time it can affect the rectum too. The rectum is the continuation of the large intestine into the pelvis that terminates in the anus.
May 28, 2009
Depression is commonly known as a major depressive mental disorder. This has a recognized clinical condition characterized by an all-encompassing low mood, low self-esteem, and loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. There are commonly three treatments for depression, and these include psychotherapy, medication, and electroconvulsive therapy.
May 28, 2009
Each and every woman should bear in mind that what you eat would clearly show up in your physical appearance. Not only are you accountable for what you eat, but you are as well accountable for the things you do. You should avoid alcoholic drinks, smoking cigarettes, and other vices that would do harm to your health. Staying positive and getting a good night's rest does wonders for you physically, mentally, and emotionally.
May 28, 2009
Dealing with a miscarriage is a personal experience that different women cope with differently. After a miscarriage, the grief of a woman may be so overwhelming that some women even wonder if they could ever be happy again. Some of them never truly get over their loss. Grief can be more manageable over time if only these women realize that the feelings that they feel are valid and accept that they need some time to work on it.
May 20, 2009
To be able to stay physically and mentally fit, one of the advisable steps in doing so is to do some yoga exercises. Yoga exercises target both the physical and mental well-being of an individual. As you do the exercise, you are relaxing your inner being as well.
May 20, 2009
The perfect and most advisable time to do yoga is early in the morning. It can be done at almost any time of the day but the benefits you get from your Yoga exercises are fully appreciated and will take into effect when done in the morning.
May 20, 2009
It is undeniably the dream of every woman to have a curvaceous and toned body. It would be best however to bear in mind that in doing so, they have to consider how to attain such a goal. You need not starve yourself to lose weight.
May 20, 2009
In order for women to be able to have the desired figure she wants, it would require sacrifices and at the same time accountability. You need to set aside time to take care of yourself. Waking up early in the morning is not easy for everyone.
May 20, 2009
One cannot fully understand what it would entail to become healthy if they would not know what health means in the first place. Health as defined by the World Health Organization is the state of complete physical, mental and emotional well being and not just merely the absence of disease.
May 18, 2009
Depression for women and men varies because their causes and even the symptoms are different—and sometimes worlds apart. Women are more prone to going depressed than men, this is a fact that many knows. There are many factors that contribute to such state, and it varies from reproductive hormones and then to social pressures and the response to stress.
May 18, 2009
Breast cancer is more than just a serious medical problem for women. For most it means a shattering of their lives, threatening to cut short their existence. For others, better made and well prepared, the cancer is nothing but a challenge to test one’s resolve as well as the chance to solicit support and compassion from people whom a woman holds dear. But apart from the support a woman may get, there is the stark reality that breast cancer is an aberration of their normal and healthy way of li
May 18, 2009
Baldness is a common problem encountered by the male gender, but if a female is suffering from it, society is not so open to it and ideas on female baldness are not so kind to the female gender. The result is that women who suffer from the problem often get depressed, unable to keep with the problem hounding her. In some instances, society gets so judgmental that it torments the woman’s thinking, forcing her even deeper into depression.
May 18, 2009
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease that is caused by bacteria, and it affects the mucus membrane primarily of the genitals and urinary tracts. These parts became inflamed with no development of other symptoms. It is characterized by an acute purulent discharge and painful or difficult urination. In most women, gonorrhea have no symptoms. Gonorrhea is highly contagious, and it is caused by the organism Neisseria gonorrhoeae. In men, this disease begins as an infection of the vessel that
May 18, 2009
According to survey of the country’s leading rape experts, one in every five women is raped once in their life. This is regardless of their age, race, weight, financial status, and economic standing. Most women may or may not realize that she is being raped already; this is due to the fact that a woman is more likely to be raped by someone she knows making the acceptance process more difficult to bear.
May 18, 2009
Everyone is affected by smoking, regardless of the gender. Smoking is not only the pastime of males. Even if in the onset of the twentieth century it was rare for women to smoke, the number increased greatly over the past decades. In a survey in 2002, it is estimated that 20 percent of the woman population smokes, and each year, it is estimated that 142,000 women dies due to diseases that are related to smoking.
May 18, 2009
When a woman becomes pregnant, it is one of the headiest days in a woman’s life. For most, it is the realization of the role women play in this world, realizing for the first time that they are now on the verge of giving birth to a new life and as a lifeline through which a child will be introduced to the world. For a woman, no other event can even come close to the significance pregnancy has on her life.
May 18, 2009
Infertility is the failure of a couple to become pregnant after a year or regular and unprotected intercourse. The fertility process in both the men and women are complex. Infertility affects about 10 percent of all the couples in the country. The probability of a woman becoming pregnant during a single menstrual cycle is only little, 30 percent or so, and this is despite of the ideal circumstances. A third of the infertility problems are due to the infertility of the woman.
May 18, 2009
Breast cancer is one of the top diseases causing death among women. The problem of breast cancer haunts every woman. The cancer is dreaded not only for what it stands, but because of the string of complications it carries along its wake. In such a situation, detecting the onset of breast cancer is of prime consideration because in most cases, by the time the cancer is detected, the disease has spread so much that it may be too late to cure it. Nonetheless, with proper education and better treatm
May 18, 2009
Menopause is one of the episodes in a woman’s life that brings with it a change in both personal and emotional outlook. It is a delicate period where all women pass through, and it needs better understanding to enable a woman to get past the episode with a light a spirit as possible. On the part of loved ones and family, their support is ever more needed at this particular point.
May 18, 2009
Cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases affecting man. There are many types of cancer, each of which affects a particular part of the body with their unique symptoms, requiring a unique treatment procedure. Just when man has finally come up with a solution to a particular cancer, a new variety comes around, posing even greater challenges for man to hurdle and a far bigger risk than the others before.
May 18, 2009
The Debate Boiling around Hysterectomy
The most commonly done gynecological surgical procedure is hysterectomy. The process involves either the complete or the partial removal of the uterus. It is quite ironic in its own way because it deprives the woman any further chance of ever conceiving—a role most women consider as their part on this earth.
The most commonly done gynecological surgical procedure is hysterectomy. The process involves either the complete or the partial removal of the uterus. It is quite ironic in its own way because it deprives the woman any further chance of ever conceiving—a role most women consider as their part on this earth.
May 18, 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 milliliters or more of blood during your menstrual cycle. This condition is a common concern for those pre-menopausal women, but there are also few women who experience severe blood loss.
May 18, 2009
UTI or urinary tract infection is considered the most common kind of infection that affects the urinary tract of the body. The urine or pee is the fluid that is filtered out of the bloodstream by the kidneys, and it contains salts and waste products. It does not normally contain bacteria, but UTI is caused by one. When bacteria enters the bladder or the kidney and multiply in the urine, the result is urinary tract infection.
May 12, 2009
Oral contraceptives are one of those things that modern science has brought to help women bear the burden of pregnancy, helping women to better direct their fate by placing greater control of their reproduction in their hands.
May 12, 2009
There are instances when women visit their doctor’s office for a checkup, yet after the process, these women would still feel lost and misunderstood.
May 12, 2009
The pill or the oral contraceptive is made for ingested birth control contraceptive. They are made from estrogen and progestin, and they operate by thickening the cervical mucus that changes the endometrium and reduces the transport of the sperm. It does not interfere intercourse process, and it has a relatively low failure rate.
May 12, 2009
Population growth results from increase in birth rates and a fall in mortality rates and migration. The encouragement of birth control methods has been considered in order to control the huge population.
May 12, 2009
A woman’s body has been likened in almost every field as the cradle of life. For one, women are burdened with the responsibility of childbearing wherein all of us made of our longest and most dangerous journey inside our mother’s womb.
May 12, 2009
The National Breast Cancer Foundation estimates that every year a total of 200,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and more or less 40,000 of the diagnosed dies.
May 12, 2009
In most societies, especially those under heavy influence of religious traditions and beliefs, abortion is considered a very ugly term. As such, even the mere thought of doing it is something that couples should not even contemplate on. In such societies, the mantra is that abortion is murder and violates human morality as well as an infraction on the laws set forth by God. Pro-life movement proliferates in societies like this with the end of encouraging couples to give even the unborn a fair op
May 12, 2009
Gaining weight during pregnancy is just normal for every mother-to-be. But as average as it may seem, it is not the ideal state.
May 12, 2009
When a pregnant woman is dealing with nausea, vomiting and fatigue, morning sickness, and weight gain, it seems that the last thing that she would think about is sex.
May 12, 2009
The process of abortion is very draining both physically and emotionally. The method itself is an ordeal, a very dangerous ordeal and afterwards, after the operation, there are various feelings and emotions that one feels.
May 12, 2009
While many people think heart disease is purely a man’s health problem, they are absolutely wrong. Women are also susceptible to getting a heart disease. In fact, records
May 12, 2009
Gynecological examination can be a routine checkup for women or an evaluation of a specific problem to get a diagnostic picture of an illness.
May 12, 2009
Abortion may be the most distressing event a woman may have to undergo, although certainly, not all women have to undergo the process. The stress on the woman can arise from different factors such as:
May 12, 2009
What Is Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is a cancerous growth in the ovary. A cancerous growth means that there is mass of malignant substance growing in the affected area... The fallopian tube is considered to be the common area where ovarian cancer occurs. Next to breast cancer, ovarian cancer is the second leading cause of death among women due to gynecologic infections.
Ovarian cancer is a cancerous growth in the ovary. A cancerous growth means that there is mass of malignant substance growing in the affected area... The fallopian tube is considered to be the common area where ovarian cancer occurs. Next to breast cancer, ovarian cancer is the second leading cause of death among women due to gynecologic infections.
May 12, 2009
Pregnancy is such a wonderful stage for women. For them, it symbolizes having reached the apex of womanhood and the beginning of the most satisfying and greatest journey she will undertake along with the child in her womb. Pregnancy is like having reached the finish line in a race, but unlike other races, this one serves as the beginning of a new life and not the end. For women, becoming pregnant is simply the fulfillment of the role they have to play in this world: introducing a new life. Pregn
May 12, 2009
Syphilis is just one of many sexually transmitted diseases that seem to continually plague mankind. Syphilis is a disease that is spread through sexual contact or even through open sore contact with a person that has this disease and has a skin rash. If you have an open wound or a sore in your mouth and you engage in oral sex with someone who has syphilis, you stand a good chance of getting this disease. Syphilis can also be passed on to an unborn child if the mother happens to have this sexuall
May 12, 2009
What Is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is a form of sexually transmitted disease that is caused by bacteria. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STD) in the world wherein 2.3 million people in the United States alone are infected. The disease is also common in South America, Europe, and in Southeast Asia. Among the sexually transmittable disease, chlamydia is the most frequently occurring STD in humans. The disease is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis
May 12, 2009
Losing a child, especially through abortion, is not an easy thing to deal with. Women who go through abortion, for whatever reason, often suffer from bouts of guilt, depression, and sadness with the feeling of having lost something. There are a lot of things that might go on in the mind of someone who has had an abortion, and if these things go unresolved, it may cause that person to do certain things they wouldn’t normally do. Some of these things may include turning to substance abuse, like
May 12, 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 or PMS affect your life every day, they affect your body and mood and changes the way the you act. Women normally get their premenstrual syndrome in their teens or early twenties.
May 12, 2009
Getting pregnant is most every woman’s dream. Though it may sound simple, becoming pregnant is the fulfillment of womanhood as it allows them to fulfill their role of child bearing. For most women, pregnancy is simply the most wonderful journey they’ll ever undertake in their entire life. For the mother, it is the most amazing and fulfilling journey to complete womanhood. For the child, it is the greatest journey they’ll ever make in their young lives and the process by which they will be
May 12, 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 migraines and women, let us first answer the what of this equation.
May 12, 2009
Vaginismus is a condition in which there is an involuntary tightness of the vagina during an attempted sexual intercourse. This tightness is usually caused by the involuntary contractions of the pelvic floor muscles that surrounds and protects the vagina.
May 12, 2009
While people would want to say that teenagers are too young to have sex, it is a known fact that a lot of them do not think so and despite talks regarding abstinence, they still engage in sexual activity. Since a lot of teenagers cannot be controlled when it comes to having sex, it is then prudent to simply help them practice safe sex. Practicing safe sex when it comes to teenagers is seldom thought of since raging hormones often get the best of adolescents. Arming teenagers with the knowledge o
May 12, 2009
What is Leptin and why do recent findings show that it plays a big role in women’s health? Leptin is essentially a hormone that is produced by the body and is responsible for a number of things that happens inside a woman’s body. Leptin has been found to play a huge role in a woman’s neuroendocrine health as well as in her reproductive health. It has even been found to play a role in how a woman gains and looses weight. Let us examine what major roles Leptin does play in the lives of women
May 12, 2009
Pregnancy can sometimes be seen as a two-faced affair. On one side, it represents the blissful aspirations of a woman to finally give birth to a child, and on the other side, there lurks the dangers associated with the process that could undermine the health of both the mother and her child. As such, despite the joys associated with pregnancy, the stage is nonetheless mixed with an air of caution and vigilance to assure a safe journey to motherhood.
May 12, 2009
The reasons why a woman has an abortion are not always the same. Some women seek abortion due to health reasons, others due to financial reasons, while there are those who cite emotional and mental immaturity as the reason for wanting to terminate their pregnancy. Whatever the reasons, this action is never without its inherent behavioral outcomes after the abortion has been completed. Let us explore the many different outcomes of such an action.
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