After having a hysterectomy many women worry about what their life will be like, including their sex life. Although everyone heals differently, a person may experience some common side effects after surgery that may initially affect sex. Given time to heal, many women find their enjoyment of sexual activity remains the same after a hysterectomy, […]
What To Expect Before, During & After An Oophorectomy Surgery
The term oophorectomy is used to describe the surgical removal of one or both of the ovaries. It is also called ovariectomy. The surgery may just remove the ovaries, or it may be a part of a hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus and possibly some surrounding structures. There are different reasons for an […]
Health Resolution Ideas For Women In 2018
Every year, women make health and wellness resolutions for the coming year. Unfortunately, they often have a tough time sticking to them. Sixty percent of gym memberships are out of use by mid-February, and it appears we aren’t making progress outside the gym either – 66 percent of Americans are overweight or obese. Here are some health […]
New Study Shows Cadmium May Raise The Risk Of Endometrial Cancer
Women may be at higher risk of endometrial cancer if they have raised levels of cadmium, a toxic metal that mimics estrogen in the body. So suggest researchers from the University of Missouri in Columbia, in a new study published in the journal PLOS ONE. In the United States, endometrial cancer – also known as uterine […]
Research Shows Miscarriage Risk May Be Higher With Use Of Common Antibiotics
A new study suggests that guidelines for antibiotic use during early pregnancy might need to be reviewed, after finding that some common classes of the drug could double the risk of miscarriage. Researchers from the University of Montreal in Canada have identified a link between the use of macrolides, quinolones, tetracyclines, and some other common antibiotics in […]
The Anatomy And Early Warning Signs Of Breast Cancer
Certain changes in the breast may be early signs of breast cancer. Knowing what these changes look like can help people access the right treatment, as soon as possible. Understanding the different parts of the breast and their functions can help people be more aware of any changes or abnormalities. It’s important to learn about the parts […]
Experimental Drug Offers Hope For Women With Frequent Menopausal Hot Flushes
Women plagued by frequent hot flushes/flashes during menopause could cut the number of flushes/flashes by almost three-quarters, thanks to a new drug compound. In a trial carried out at Imperial College London, researchers showed that women who suffered seven or more hot flushes a day could reduce the number by as much as 73 per cent, […]
The Most Common Birth Control Pill Side Effects
Common side effects of oral contraceptives include: intermenstrual spotting, nausea, breast tenderness, headaches, weight gain, mood changes, missed periods, decreased libido, vaginal discharge and visual changes with contact lenses. Let’s look at each of these birth control pill side effects in detail below: 1. Intermenstrual spotting Approximately 50% of people using the pill experience vaginal […]
Medicine To Prevent Mothers Dying In Childbirth Succeeds In First Trial
The Monash University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MIPS) has announced positive results from a first-in-human study of a new, inhaled form of a medicine that could significantly reduce maternal deaths around the world. The results open the possibility of a streamlined pathway to registration, meaning that the medicine could be accessible to mothers much sooner […]
Five Blogs To Read During Your Pregnancy
Reading pregnancy blogs as you approach your big day may give some insight into the emotional and physical changes that are happening inside the body, help prepare you for the inevitable birthing process, and provide engagement with like-minded people who are going through similar experiences. Here’s our recommendation of the best pregnancy blogs: (1) Alpha Mom Alpha […]
