Women's wellness programs address metabolic management for PCOS, holistic fibroid reduction, and symptom mapping for endometriosis.
The short answer to the question is no. Hot flashes typically occur shortly before menopause and may continue for the first two or so years after menopause. Although it is not exactly known what causes hot flashes, according to the Mayo Clinic it is believed to be linked to low estrogen levels.
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Women are being so educated about watching for lumps and bumps on the breast that could be a sign of cancer or something abnormal, that many are just not sure what should or shouldn't be present on the breast. It is perfectly normal to have various sized bumps around the areola or the nipple of the breast.
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Menstruation is a process that occurs when the uterus sheds its lining in preparation for a new reproductive cycle. Normal menstruation occurs every 21 to 35 days, and can last for a few or several days, depending on the individual.
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You may have experienced the red dents and skin irritation from bra straps at the end of a long day and the relief that comes with taking the uncomfortable bra off for the night. While redness, indentations and discomfort are common problems, they can be avoided.
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The modern woman gets to choose if and when she menstruates, thanks to medicine's understanding of the human hormonal systems. This means that should you have an important event like a wedding or vacation, you can use hormones to delay your menstrual cycle.
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Eighty out of every 100 women have non-cancerous fibroid tumors, also called myomas, by the time they reach the age of 50, according to the University of Michigan Health System.
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Menopause ushers in many changes in your body. While no longer having monthly periods may come as a welcome change, growth of some facial hair on your chin or upper lip usually isn't.
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Peri-menopause is the time period before menopause when hormonal fluctuations are common. Peri-menopause can last as long as 10 years; during this time, menstrual cycles may change in length, frequency, duration and intensity. During peri-menopause, ovulation may not occur every month; according to Gerson Weiss, M.D.
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Hot flashes are characterized by a sudden feeling of intense heat that starts around your head and neck and spreads down to your chest, says FamilyHealthGuide.co.uk. Lightheadedness is a feeling of dizziness or faintness, either when sitting or standing, says livingwithanxiety.com.
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Cervical traction is a therapeutic tool used to pull or separate the vertebrae in the spine. According to "Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques,"
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Before removing a suspected ovarian cyst, a gynecologist frequently requests additional tests, such as a sonogram and CA-125 blood test. The sonogram allows the doctor the get a better picture of your ovaries, allowing her to see the size of the cyst and its precise location.
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Ovarian cysts commonly affect women during their reproductive years. While most ovarian cysts are small and go unnoticed, others may cause a range of symptoms -- from mild discomfort to severe pain.
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Endometriosis is the presence of endometrial tissue, the tissue that lines the uterus, in places outside the uterus. Endometrial tissue can spread as far as the brain, but one of the most common sites for endometrial implants is the uterosacral ligament, located behind the cervix.
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Most women know to get regular pap smears, but many don't know what to make of the results when they come back abnormal. Getting back abnormal pap results can create a lot of anxiety around the fear of having cervical cancer. However, abnormal results usually do not indicate cancer.
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First responders at an accident scene are usually the ones to place a cervical collar around an injured person's neck to protect his vertebrae (neck bones) from moving erratically. This plastic or foam brace is secured carefully around the neck to limit the motion of your upper spine.
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By the time they reach menopause, half of all women have had uterine fibroids, according to the National Institutes of Health. Fibroids are noncancerous tumors that develop within the uterus and may range from very small to a size large enough to fill the uterus.
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Most women become accustomed to a regular routine that indicates their menstrual cycle is progressing normally, with menstrual flow happening once each month. Women taking birth control pills or using devices containing birth control medication might or might not have monthly periods.
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Cramps that occur in the fingers have a variety of causes. For example, overusing the fingers during activities such as writing, playing instruments or typing, can cause muscle fatigue and unwanted spasms that interfere with normal motor performance.
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Coffee, onion, garlic — as well as excessive meat, dairy and alcohol consumption — are all foods that can make your vagina smell bad.
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Uterine fibroids, which are also called uterine leiomyomas, are non-cancerous tumors that arise in the smooth muscle of the wall of the uterus, cervix or ovary. Fibroids are the most common type of tumor that develop in the female reproductive system.
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