Women’s Health

Vaginal bleeding after menopause is considered abnormal, according to HealthCentral.com, a website that empowers woman to improve and take control of their health and well-being. Vaginal bleeding after menopause occurs when irritated vaginal tissues become too thin and dry out….
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common endocrine disorders, affecting up to 10 percent of women of reproductive age. Symptoms vary, and many women with the condition are unaware they have it despite displaying several of the…
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Tubal ligation is a permanent form of birth control that makes a woman completely sterile. Her fallopian tubes will be cut, tied or clipped to ensure her eggs do not move into the uterus, where they can be fertilized by…
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Breast Questions: Part 2 How big will my breasts get and what is normal? There is no ‘real’ answer to this question, since we all come in different sizes. Some of us are tall and some short. Similarly, some girls…
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Hot flashes and night sweats are commonly associated with the drop in estrogen levels a woman experiences during menopause. However, these symptoms can also occur with other medical and psychological conditions. A primary care physician proves best qualified to help…
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The National Women’s Health Information Center characterizes menstruation as a woman’s monthly bleeding. Often referred to as a period, it’s the body’s way of shedding the lining of the uterus after an ovulated egg isn’t fertilized. Most women go through…
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A menstrual cycle consists of several phases during each month. The final phase of the cycle is a menstrual period. The menstrual period, also referred to as menstruation, is the shedding of the lining in the uterus. Amenorrhea is the…
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A pregnant woman should report spotting during the 19th week to her overseeing medical care provider. American Family Physician points out that vaginal bleeding after mid-pregnancy, or 20 weeks along, is associated with maternal and fetal risks. Some minor health…
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Breast Questions: Part 1 Why Do Girls’ Breasts Get Bigger? There are two main factors that influence the growth of breasts: nutrition and genetics. Breast growth happens during puberty . The pubertal hormones produced by the pituitary gland (located in…
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Overview Menstruation is outward proof that a girl is becoming a woman. If you’re a teenage girl, you may have already started having a period. If you have not, you might be anxious about the subject or a bit concerned….
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Overview The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 80 percent of all women will experience a vaginal yeast infection at least once in their lives. In fact, it is estimated that 50 percent of college women…
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Overview Dong quai, also known as Angelica sinensis, is a plant root frequently used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of ailments including painful menstruation, menopause, female reproductive problems and arthritis. Before you use dong quai, take the time…
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Overview Dong quai is dubbed the “female ginseng,” as it is used to address health issues that concern women, such as painful menstruation, premenstrual syndrome and symptoms of menopause. Dong quai root, or Angelica sinensis, is borne out of the…
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Overview Dong quai, also known as Angelica sinensis, is an herb that’s been used in traditional Chinese medicine for hundreds of years, primarily in China, Korea and Japan. Dong quai means “return to order” due to its purported ability to…
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It is common practice among herbologists to prescribe herbs for the support of vaginal and reproductive health. Acknowledged by the University of Maryland Medical Center as a “time-honored approach to strengthening the body,” it is important to remember that herbs…
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While pregnant, you should get a healthy amount of low-impact exercise. In fact, “Medline Plus” magazine says that a pregnant woman should aim for 30 minutes of exercise each day. Swimming, walking and low-impact weight lifting can all be effective…
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A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that takes the uterus out of the body, either through an incision in the abdomen or through the vagina. Sometimes the surgeon will remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes with the uterus. The decision…
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Dong quai has been used for centuries as a component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), TCM practitioners recommend dong quai as a treatment for infertility, heart disease, menstrual problems and menopause-related…
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The Cleveland Clinic defines depression as an intense, lengthy period of sadness that interferes with a person’s ability to lead a normal life. If left untreated, depression may escalate and last for years, possibly ending in suicide. As many as…
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1. Exercise Causes Amenorrhea When the Body Enters a “Starvation State” There is no question that exercise is good for the body. However, in women who stop having monthly periods or stop having periods altogether (“amenorrhea”) due to exercise, the…
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Vaginal skin and surrounding tissues can be quite sensitive to external and internal agents. Itching is often a symptom of various irritants, menopause and even infection. Treatment of the itching will depend on the cause. Some require medication or a…
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1. Determine if You Are a Good Candidate Tubal ligation is meant to be a permanent form of preventing pregnancy. However, it’s estimated about twenty percent of women change their mind. Tubal ligation reversal is a surgical procedure to reconnect…
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Menopause brings with it many symptoms, and hot flashes are among the most common. According to the Mayo Clinic, 75 percent of women say they experience hot flashes–intense feelings of heat strong enough to leave you flushed and sweaty–at some…
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Fibroid tumors are groups of abnormal cells that form in the uterus. These tumors, also called fibroids or uterine fibroids, are not cancerous. Many women will have fibroids at some point during their lifespan and often there are no harmful…
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Hot flashes–the intense feeling of heat that comes over your entire body as quick as a flash–is uncomfortable, but unfortunately, a part of life for many women who have reached menopause. Hot flashes are the most common menopause symptom, according…
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The Blackfoot Indian tribe, known in their native language as the Siksika, lived in the Northern Plains of the United States, with territory ranging from Montana to Saskatchewan, Canada. Like other Native American tribes, the Blackfoot people used the trees,…
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Pap smears can diagnose cervical cancer at a very early stage. Pap smears, which are simple, painless tests that examine cells scraped off the surface of the cervix, should be done every 3 years up until age 65 to 70….
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A number of options are available if you wish to enhance the size and shape of your breasts. The most aggressive methods are breast augmentation surgery and hormone treatments. Natural methods include dietary supplements, breast exercises and breast massage. You…
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Overview The uterus, or womb, has a layer of smooth muscle called the myometrium. Cells from that layer can grow out of control, forming benign tumors called fibroids, or uterine leiomyomata. According to “Primary Care for Women,” uterine fibroids are…
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A complete hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the uterus, or womb, and, in some cases, the ovaries and fallopian tubes. One in every three women will have a hysterectomy by age 60, according to information from the National…
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