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Published: March 25, 2016
Groin Pain In Women | Causes and Diagnosis The groin area is the area on either side of the body where the stomach meets the legs. The area in the middle is the pubic area. Overuse, injury, and many other causes can result in groin pain. Groin pain can be severe or slight and may … Continue reading Groin Pain In Women | Causes and Diagnosis
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Published: January 21, 2016
Foamy Urine The renal and urinary systems perform several vital functions in the body. For example, besides excreting waste products and excess water, this system is also responsible for regulating normal blood pressure and synthesis of certain important hormones and neurotransmitters. The urine is produced by the kidneys and is then drained through the collecting … Continue reading Foamy Urine
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Published: January 20, 2016
Uterine Diseases Uterus is the primary reproductive organ in females that bears, nourishes and protects the growing fetus during pregnancy. Any disease process or abnormality in the uterine tissues can directly compromise the female’s capacity to become pregnant or give birth to a healthy baby. The first sign of an ongoing disease process in the … Continue reading Uterine Diseases
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Published: December 16, 2015
Cystitis Fact Sheet Cystitis refers to inflammation of the urinary bladder – the muscular organ that is responsible for collecting and storing urine. Under normal circumstances, urinary bladder is a sterile organ (which means no microorganisms are present in the cavity). Most common cause of cystitis is ascending infection from other parts of the urinary … Continue reading Cystitis Fact Sheet
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Published: December 11, 2015
Low Sex Drive in Women Low sex drive or poor sexual libido is a bar on relationships and can significantly alter the quality of sexual and reproductive life of affected couples. According to latest estimates, the prevalence of hypoactive sexual disorder in females is fairly high. For example, according to a study reported in Jama … Continue reading Low Sex Drive in Women
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Published: December 2, 2015
Vaginal Bleeding Vaginal bleeding during menstruation is physiological and marks the shedding/ sloughing of uterine blood vessels (and endometrial layers) as a result of changes in the rhythm of major female hormones. Since menstrual bleeding is physiological; therefore no intervention is generally needed if flow is normal. However, there are a few situations when vaginal … Continue reading Vaginal Bleeding
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Published: October 29, 2015
What is bladder prolapse? The bladder is a hollow muscular organ that is held in place by the muscles of the pelvic floor, which form a sling or hammock. With age and childbirth, the muscles of the pelvic floor can stretch or become weak, which allows the bladder to drop. The bladder then bulges out … Continue reading What is bladder prolapse?
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Published: October 28, 2015
Common Women Urology Problems Urological problems are widespread. Women tend to experience more problems with the urinary tract more often than men for several reasons. Pregnancy causes the uterus to put pressure on the bladder, which can cause urological problems. A history of gynecologic surgeries, menopause, and obesity can also lead to urological problems. The female … Continue reading Common Women Urology Problems
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Published: October 23, 2015
Sexual and Urologic Problems of Diabetes Sexual and urologic problems happen to most people as they age. Those with diabetes often see earlier or more complicated sexual or urologic problems because diabetes can damage the blood vessels and nerves. Keeping diabetes under control, including blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure under control can help ward … Continue reading Sexual and Urologic Problems of Diabetes
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Published: October 21, 2015
Women’s Most Common Urology Issues Facing 50’s The remodeling and rejuvenation capacity of the body suffers a great deal with advancing age. Needless to say that slowing regeneration of tissues and immune mediated changes can greatly compromise the overall health and wellness in individuals. Experts and healthcare professionals regard 50 years as a big milestone … Continue reading Women's Most Common Urology Issues Facing 50's
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