Unfortunately, when it comes to menstruation, some additional issues can arise that make it even more complicated, painful, or inconvenient to do deal with every month. For several reasons, some women may experience heavy flow every period, significant bleeding between periods, or periods that last a long time. While these symptoms can be caused by [...]
When we become sexually active individuals, the pleasures and benefits can be wonderful, but it is also important to know that potential consequences can be involved. When it comes to having sexual intercourse, the risks of sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancy are real. While there are various methods to protect and limit the risk [...]
As we women age, our bodies go through some drastic and remarkable changes. After the childbearing years, the 40s and the 50s, the female body begins to change away from procreation as the production of reproductive hormones naturally begins to decline. This phase of a woman’s life is called menopause and is signaled by 12 [...]
Becoming a woman is full of milestones; some good and some are just part of life. The time in which womanhood officially starts is when the menstrual cycle begins. This signifies sexual maturity and can happen at any time between the ages of 8 to 15, but most girls get it around the age of [...]
The rate of advancement, research and discovery in the medical field has not only improved the quality of life that we experience but has led to the curing of diseases, saving lives and preventing conditions unlike ever before. Aside from the incredible work done in the treatment of diseases and conditions, the preventative side of [...]
One of the most crucial aspects of staying healthy is preventative healthcare measures. Annual health check-ups and exams are one of the best steps that individuals can take to keep track of the common health metrics such as bloodwork levels. Depending on the age of the patient, there are several additional tests and procedures that [...]
Mention the word hormones and most of us tend to think of the effects these chemicals have on reproduction and periods. But the fact is, hormones play a major role in regulating many other processes that can have a direct bearing on our overall health and wellness. When hormone levels decline during menopause or as [...]
