Women’s Health

The Birth Control Pill and Weight Gain

Since the introduction of the birth control pill nearly 50 years ago, its side effects have been scrutizined – such as the link between weight gain and birth control.

Oral contraceptive pills are one of the most popular reversible methods of birth control. You can find dozens of brand names and different formulas available. In the United States, birth control pills and condoms are the two most popular forms of contraception. An estimated 10.7 million American women use the birth control pill to prevent unwanted pregnancies. [Read more…] about The Birth Control Pill and Weight Gain

Ovarian Cysts: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

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Most women will have an ovarian cyst at some point in their lives, though most will never know it. A majority of ovarian cysts are harmless (non-cancerous) and go away on their own. You often never experience any discomfort. However, you will have serious symptoms if the ovarian cyst ruptures.

For women under 50, ovarian cysts are almost never cancerous.

If you have an ovarian cyst, you probably won’t know it until after a routine pelvic exam. (On the other hand, if the cyst ruptures, then you will definitely know about it.)

Pain After Sex – Common Causes

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Roughly two-thirds of all women experience occasional discomfort during or after sexual intercourse. If you have pain after sex every single time, however, it’s something you need to get it checked out and treated. Sex and intimacy should be enjoyed, so it’s important that you figure out the root cause of your pain.

There are a number of potential causes that may contribute to pain after intercourse. Physical reasons, infections, growths, and emotional issues can all cause pain after sex.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Facts – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common medical problems in the world. It affects up to 20 percent of the population of the United States, and far more women suffer from it than men. Currently, 55 million Americans suffer from IBS.

This article is going to take a look at the symptoms, causes and treatment of IBS.

Before we start, it’s vital to point out that IBS cannot be self-diagnosed. There are many, many medical problems that can cause bowel symptoms, and IBS is just one of them. If you’re reading this and suffering from gastrointestinal problems, then you need to see a doctor – no exceptions!

Perimenopause and Your Periods

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Once you reach a certain age, you may notice that your periods start to become erratic and irregular. You may notice that your menstrual periods are shorter or longer. You may experience spotting in between your periods, and you may even go a month or two between periods. Every woman is different, but you should expect period changes once you near the end of your reproductive life.

When you hit your 40s, you may want to start paying attention to the signs and symptoms of perimenopause.

Long Menstrual Periods – Is Your Period Normal?

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If you have long periods – you’re bleeding for longer than one week – your period is not normal and this may be a sign that something is going on with you. You may have a reproductive problem, fibroids, cysts, or even something more serious. However, there are exceptions to this rule. For example, if you’re in your 40s and entering perimenopause, or if you’re a teenager who just started having periods, then having a long menstrual period may be normal.

If you have prolonged, heavy periods, you are said to have an irregular menstrual period.