Comprehensive guide to female reproductive health, including menstrual cycle management, pregnancy wellness, and common hormonal disorders.
Complications of an enlarged uterus are normally due to the disease or condition responsible for the enlarged uterus. Usually, an enlarged uterus is caused by one of two conditions: noncancerous tumors called fibroids or adenomyosis, a thickening of the uterine wall.
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The menstrual cycle is an approximately 28-day cycle which results in the release of a mature egg from the ovary. This egg may then go on to become fertilized or may be released, unfertilized, along with the lining of the uterus.
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A woman’s hormone levels rise and fall during the menstrual cycle. These changes are needed to prompt the lining of the womb to thicken, for ovulation and for shedding of the uterine lining when pregnancy does not occur.
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The female breast and the armpit are related in 4 ways: by anatomic proximity; by lymphatic drainage; by blood vessels; by extension of breast tissue up into the armpit. Diseases that affect one may therefore affect the other.
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Reducing the length or severity of menstruation is possible through the use of a variety of herbs that have been used by women for thousands of years.
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A breast injury can prove extremely painful. During the injury, damage to breast tissues breaks open blood vessels and damages the structure of the breast, leading to a inflammation, swelling and pain.
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The hCG diet combines a very low-calorie diet with hCG injections to encourage rapid weight loss. The diet comes with risks and considerations.
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Soy contains isoflavones that are similar to estrogen, which has been linked to breast cancer. However, isoflavones also protect against cancer. The American Cancer Society considers soy foods healthy food. Other health benefits for women who drink soy milk include heart health and bone health.
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Whether you're trying to conceive or not, the time leading up to your period can be spent either anticipating or dreading the start of it, so you'll know if you're pregnant or not. When conceive a baby, your body begins to produce human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), which causes you to have pregnancy symptoms.
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Gestational diabetes is defined as glucose intolerance in women who do not have preexisting diabetes but develop high blood sugar levels during their pregnancy. It usually begins at the 24th week of pregnancy, when a woman is not able to make and use all the insulin her body needs for pregnancy.
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The 32nd week of pregnancy is part of your third trimester and the beginning of your eighth month, bringing you closer to meeting your new baby. As your baby continues to grow and develop, adequate intake of calcium and iron are crucial.
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Some women consider their breasts one of their best features. Others, however, may not be satisfied with their breast size and wonder if they can increase their breast size. Home remedies including diet, exercise and nutrition supplements are touted as a natural way to increase breast size.
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When excess fluid accumulates in the circulatory system or body tissues, it results in swelling. This swelling, also referred to as water retention, causes puffiness and discomfort. In some cases, water retention affects the fingers.
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A power meter can provide an extremely accurate measure for gauging the intensity of your workout, but it’s also an extremely expensive gadget. Unless you are training hard and seriously for a cycling race, triathlon or other event, this tool is really more of a luxury than a necessary workout aid.
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It is common for women to skip a menstrual period occasionally. This condition is known as amenorrhea. Women often find it stressful when they miss a menstrual cycle and experience anxiety waiting for their cycle to return to normal. According to the MayoClinic.
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Many strong opinions exist about how and when abortion should happen. There is general agreement, however, that abortion is acceptable when medical issues justify it.
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Pregnant women should think twice before downing that cup of herbal tea. While some herbs are harmless in small doses, there are several that could cause complications during pregnancy, including inciting preterm labor.
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Whether you’re trying to change or maintain your weight, or simply learn if your weight poses any long-term health risks, it may be helpful to compare your weight to expert recommendations. Weight and height charts have a long history in nutrition and healthcare.
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The Merck Manual Home Edition suggests that pain in the breasts, which accompanies menopause or even post menopause is likely attributable to hormonal changes, cysts, infection, fibrocystic changes and in rare events, breast cancer.
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Two ovaries are not necessary to conceive a baby. Although some women with one ovary ovulate less frequently or have other fertility issues that make it more difficult to become pregnant, most women with only one ovary ovulate normally and have no problems conceiving.
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