When a demanding and chaotic world is so overwhelming, and a woman’s role is somewhat confusing, the result is the ‘depressed housewife’. ‘Housewife’ is a term used loosely, since today’s women are much more than simple ‘housewives’, and their contribution to society is so often taken for granted. Most women are confused by their role …
A menstrual cramp is like a heart attack in the uterus. The pain is caused by the uterine muscles constricting in order to stop the loss of blood. This condition is called dysmenorrhea. Since many women get excruciating menstrual cramps before and during their monthly period, it is important to know. The pain can be …
People diagnosed with Fibromyalgia often experience difficulty sleeping at night. This lack of sleep can add to or prolong the symptoms that afflict Fibro patients. There are various steps that a person suffering from this chronic condition can take to achieve a better quality sleep and reduce the intensity of Fibromyalgia. First, let’s look at …
About 80 percent of breast cancer patients have no family history of breast cancer. Their cancers are called “sporadic” breast cancers. Another 15 to 20 percent of breast cancer patients have some family history of breast cancer, called “familial” breast cancer, that may indicate a genetic susceptibility. Between 5 and 10 percent of breast cancer …
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Depression comes in many guises which have spawned a plethora of labels. You may have recently started to feel depressed having never experienced this condition before. It may scare you to feel this way and the thought of your emotions being out from under your control is indeed a daunting prospect. If you go and …
Understanding osteoporosis means understanding what the disease is, what its risk factors are, and what can be done to prevent it. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by a decrease in bone density. This leads to fractures and other bone problems. One of the first things to do to prevent osteoporosis is determining if you are …
Most women are apprehensive about the pre-menopause period, and rightly so. There are a lot of changes that take place in the body during that time and most of them are highly unpleasant. A few changes in your daily schedule and food choices can do wonders in combating most of these dreaded symptoms. There is …
Vaginal dryness is typically a topic that is taboo around the water cooler. No one wants to talk about their vagina or how wet or dry it is. However, vaginal dryness effects millions of women. It is a very common problem that can be fairly uncomfortable. If you are wondering why you were once adequately …
Breast cancer survivors who are obese have an increased risk of lymphedema according to a study by the University of Missouri. In a news release dated December 16, 2008, the MU researcher reported that the risk of lymphedema is 40 to 60 percent higher in women with a body mass index, or BMI, that is …
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Osteoporosis is a progressive condition in which bones become brittle and weak. Osteoporosis literally means “porous bones”. Bones can become so brittle that even a mild stress on the bone can cause a fracture. Fractures are painful injuries that can cause disability. Bones are the important support structure of the body. Many people, especially young …
