The Pap test (also referred to as the Pap smear) is one of the most common types of cytological analyses that every woman faces. How often women should have it done and why it's important?
Varicose veins are usually associated with dilated veins in the legs. They can appear in the most unexpected places, such as the pelvis. What is the risk?
With the rise of coronavirus, almost everyone has heard about the PCR method, but most people don’t understand exactly why this method is used and why it is better than a blood test.
Laut dem National Cancer Institute der Vereinigten Staaten gibt es etwa 200 verschiedene HPV-Typen. Das Virus kann viele Jahre lang latent bleiben und plötzlich reaktiviert werden, was zu erheblichen gesundheitlichen Schäden führen kann. Wir haben einige der am häufigsten gestellten Fragen zu HPV beantwortet.
Women might find it difficult to share with their friends — or even their doctor — about some of the unpleasant symptoms they experience. However, there is nothing to be ashamed of. Doctors are used to hearing about medical issues, and not telling your doctor can make the problem worse. What issues women usually prefer to keep quiet about?
Surprisingly enough, there is a lively debate about daily pads and how to use them. Let's set the record straight.
Hysterectomy is a fairly common surgery, yet it is surrounded by many rumors and fears. What is life like after this procedure?
Knowing the exact time of ovulation is important for both those who dream about having a baby and those who do not want to get pregnant. How can you determine ovulation as accurately as possible?
A cyst is a benign mass, which is a cavity filled with fluid and located on the surface of the organ. An ovarian cyst is quite common and may appear at any age. How dangerous are they?
The statistics look scary: millions of the world's population are infected with this type of herpes. Where does this virus come from and can we get rid of it?
All women have periods when sexual desire decreases. There can be many reasons for this, and there are tools that can help with this. Let’s look at this in more detail.
Sex ohne Verhütungsmittel, insbesondere mit einem neuen Partner, birgt nicht nur das Risiko einer ungewollten Schwangerschaft, sondern auch die Möglichkeit, sich mit sexuell übertragbaren Krankheiten anzustecken. Was sollte man tun, um diese Folgen zu vermeiden?
Endometriosis occurs for no reason, often without symptoms, but leads to extremely negative consequences. How to detect the disease in time and what to do then?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is characterized by a disrupted menstrual cycle, weight gain, increased facial and body hair, acne, and absent or infrequent ovulation.
Taking long car rides, watching a movie without interruption, and sleeping soundly throughout the night is impossible when you need to urinate frequently. However, if you have this issue, there is hope. Frequent urination always has underlying causes that can be identified and eliminated.
Regelmäßiger Sex ist nicht nur ein Vergnügen, sondern auch ein Gewinn für die Gesundheit. Ein Mangel an sexueller Aktivität kann zu Depressionen, psychischen Problemen und der Entwicklung von Stauungen in den Beckenorganen führen. Was sind die Gründe für eine verminderte Libido bei Frauen?
Der bekannteste und am häufigsten verschriebene Test, den Gynäkologen anwenden, ist der Abstrich für die Flora. Dies ist keineswegs zufällig. Die Mikroflora der Vagina ist sehr empfindlich, hängt von vielen Faktoren ab und verändert sich ständig. Eine Veränderung des Gleichgewichts zwischen nützlichen und opportunistischen Bakterien kann unangenehme Folgen für die Gesundheit und Lebensqualität einer Frau haben.
Generally, if a couple has been attempting to conceive a child for one year and has not done so, they begin to explore the reasons. The causes of infertility may be hidden in the health of both women and men. Let’s look at the most common obstacles to motherhood for women.