Comprehensive guide to female reproductive health, including menstrual cycle management, pregnancy wellness, and common hormonal disorders.
In a normal menstrual cycle, a woman releases a mature egg from a follicle that develops in the ovary. Luteinizing hormone (LH) matures the egg inside the follicle and causes the follicle to burst, releasing the egg.
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Fallopian tube blockage can prevent a woman from becoming pregnant and is a major cause of infertility. A special X-ray called a hysterosalpingogram is used to look inside the uterus and fallopian tubes to help identify a blockage.
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The herb parsley, whose scientific name is Petroselinum crispum, has a reputation among herbalists as an emmenagogue, a substance that stimulates the uterus and may lead to uterine contractions.
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If you have an endometrial biopsy, your gynecologist will take a sample of tissue from your endometrium, which is the lining of your uterus. The sample is then sent to a pathologist who will study it under a microscope.
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Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. Endometrial tissue is normally found of the inside of the uterus, but can travel to other locations. The ovary, because of its proximity to the uterus, is one of the most common locations for endometriosis.
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The pH scale determines the level of acidity or alkalinity within the body, as well as in food products. Ranging from between 0 and 14, 0 being the most acidic, 7 being neutral and 14 being the most alkaline, the body strives to maintain a certain pH level.
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Water retention, also known as edema, occurs when an excess amount of fluid is trapped in your body’s tissue. Smoking is not a direct cause of edema; however, medical conditions that cause fluid retention can be directly related to smoking.
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In female anatomy, the fallopian tubes connect the ovaries to the womb or uterus and transport the egg or ovum to the womb. Fertilization of the egg also usually occurs here. Infertility can be a distressing condition for couples, and in almost a third of cases, infertility is attributed to fallopian tube blockage.
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A woman's menstrual cycle typically follows a 28-day cycle, ending when the lining of the uterus is shed and bleeding occurs. Because the menstrual cycle signifies a woman's hormones are properly working, having a menstrual cycle is important to signify the body is in good health.
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Pregnancy is a stage many couples dream of, but the timing of starting or continuing a family can be complicated when illness is involved. Minor sicknesses don’t often prevent conception from occurring, but particular infirmities and their treatment can affect whether or not a woman is able to get pregnant.
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Even though periods are supposed to be predictable things, many women experience the occasional delayed or missed period for any number of reasons. Your menstrual cycle is regulated by your hormones, and if your hormones are "off" for any reason, you can experience secondary amenorrhea, or a missed period.
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Autoimmune diseases are ailments that cause harm to your immune system and often attack different organs. If you suffer from any of these diseases, maintaining keen awareness of what symptoms you could experience is imperative for staying healthy.
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Waiting for your missed period before taking a pregnancy test can be hard. If you're especially intuitive, you can use some of the immediate signs that you're pregnant that appear before your missed period to give you some clues as to whether you're with child or not.
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A typical menstrual cycle lasts approximately 28 days, but cycles can range from 21 to 35 days in adults. A woman with a short menstrual cycle experiences her period more than once a month. Certain types of food can help to regulate your menstrual cycle.
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For many women, the menstrual cycle can last anywhere from a week to two weeks each month. This includes both menstruation and the period of time leading up to it, when many women experience symptoms of PMS. Luckily, there are several ways to decrease both the length and painful effects of menstruation and PMS.
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It's important to stay well-hydrated during pregnancy to prevent complications such as headaches, nausea, cramps, edema and dizziness. According to registered dietitian Julie Redfern, you need eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily, and an additional 8 ounces for ever hour of activity you have.
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A woman’s menstrual cycle is a normal and healthy occurrence that happens each month. Getting her period signifies that a woman’s body is working properly and that she is not pregnant. The menstrual cycle also involves several side effects, including depression, fatigue and acne. The U.S.
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When a woman is pregnant, the activities she can engage in change because of safety. However, pregnant woman shouldn't skip exercise just because they're worried about the health of their growing little one. Cardio, weight training and yoga are all safe gym exercises that a woman can perform while pregnant.
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Water retention, otherwise known as edema or dropsy, has a wide range of possible causes in men, from the most benign to life-threatening conditions. Fluid retention most often affects the legs, ankles and feet, and also the face and hands, explains the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Menstrual cycles that vary in length from month to month are considered irregular. There are many causes for an irregular menstrual cycle. Occasionally irregular periods can be a sign of more serious health problems that may require a doctor’s attention. However, more common reasons are usually to blame.
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