Une sélection d'articles d'experts pour mieux comprendre Women's health.
Do you need a special diet for gynecological problems? In most cases, this is not necessary. However, there are exceptions.
Fatigue and redness of the eyes, dryness, burning sensations, blurred vision — these issues are quite common among users of computers and smartphones. How do you protect your eyes?
Medications can be taken in different ways. The method depends on the diagnosis, the patient's condition, and concomitant diseases. It is more familiar and easier for us to swallow pills, but sometimes doctors insist on rectal suppositories. Let's consider why?
"She looks like she is PMSing" is often heard as a reaction to irritability in women. Let's find out whether PMS is just an excuse for a bad temper, or whether it is a problem to be addressed by a medical professional.
The French professor Jean-Denis Rouillon began studying the health of women's breasts back in 1977. He was particularly careful to study the relationship between breast sagging and the wearing of a bra. In 2013 he published the results of his work, which had a bombshell effect as the professor recommended that women should give up bras.
In recent years, reusable pads have appeared on the shelves of pharmacies and stores. What do you need to know about them?
There is no doubt that breastfeeding is ideal for a newborn baby. But how does it affect the mother's body?
Initially, manicures were done for health benefits: long nails were trimmed to avoid breakage and for hygiene purposes. Today, manicures are primarily done for beauty and aesthetic purposes. Few people think about how manicures affect health.
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.
Any unusual or unpleasant sensations in breasts make women worry, and for good reason. However, although many of us suspect the worst, the feeling of discomfort is related to the most common disorder of mammary glands known as mastopathy.
Hysterectomy is a fairly common surgery, yet it is surrounded by many rumors and fears. What is life like after this procedure?
Mammaplasty accounts for approximately one-fifth of all aesthetic surgeries. However, despite this popularity, there are still many questions about its impact on women's health. Let’s answer the most common ones.
The diagnosis of blocked fallopian tubes is one of the most common obstacles — both literally and figuratively — to women who want to get pregnant. Let's take a look at this issue.
Some believe that if a woman does not have sex, her health could suffer. Is this true?
There are no universal ways to prevent unwanted pregnancy. The choice of method depends on many factors, and age is not the least of them. What is right for you?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is so widespread that it infects almost 80 million people in the United States alone. However, you can live with HPV all your life and never find out about it or find out too late. How can you make sure you don't miss the symptoms?
After the age of 40, the hormonal background of a woman changes, less estrogen is produced, and ovarian function and fertility decrease. However, menopause can occur between 45 and 55. Is it possible to know exactly when it will happen?
Sex with no contraceptive barriers, especially with a new partner, not only risks unwanted pregnancy but also the possibility of contracting sexually transmitted infections. What should be done to avoid these consequences?
The ideal menstrual cycle is 28–31 days. Some women can have shorter or longer cycles. When a menstrual cycle starts 5 days earlier or later than normal, it is not a reason to worry. But what should you do if you don't have your period for seven days after the end of your cycle and you know for sure that you are not pregnant? And what causes changes in the menstrual cycle?
Pregnancy does not always happen on the first try. This is normal. There are many nuances that affect fertility, and changing them is not always in our power. Nevertheless, it is possible to increase your chances.
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?
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.
Regular sex is not only a pleasure but also a health benefit. Lack of sexual activity can lead to depression, psychological problems, and the development of congestion in the pelvic organs. What is the reason for decreased libido in women?
Cystitis often occurs in women soon after sexual intercourse. What is the problem, and how can women avoid it?
The most well-known and frequently prescribed test that gynecologists use is the smear for flora. This is by no means accidental. The microflora of the vagina is very sensitive, depends on many factors, and is constantly changing. A change in the balance of useful and opportunistic bacteria can lead to unpleasant consequences for the health and quality of life of a woman.
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.
Thrush, or vaginal candidiasis, is a common fungal disease caused by excessive multiplication of yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida. Many women face a situation where, after treatment, the symptoms of thrush come back again and again. Why does this happen?
Menopause has begun — is your sex life over? Not necessarily! If you take the right steps, you can prolong your active sex life for a long time and continue to enjoy it as much as before.
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