10 things to know when choosing birth control
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Today, thanks to medical advances in preventing conception, women have far better and safer options than ever before.
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WOMEN'S HEALTH
Pros and cons of probiotics for your vagina
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Good genital health starts with a healthy vaginal microbiota helping ward off common gynecological conditions thought to be caused by an imbalance of bacteria inside the vagina.
Read MoreCan testosterone boost older women’s sex drive?
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The study, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, found from a review of 36 clinical trials involving almost 8,500 women, that when applied topically, testosterone appears to increase women’s sexual function and even better, their satisfaction.
Read MoreHow to help women experience orgasm
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Women need direct clitoral stimulation to achieve orgasm and that does not happen during intercourse as there is simply not enough direct clitoral stimulation.
Read More6 STD symptoms women should never ignore
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Each year, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that nearly 20 million new cases of STDs occur, half among young people aged 15-24.
Read More12 important reasons to see your OB/GYN
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Any woman experiencing premenstrual syndrome symptoms should discuss this with their OB/GYN.
Read MorePros and cons of breast reconstruction after breast cancer
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One other decision for some, but not all women with breast cancer is whether to have breast reconstruction after a mastectomy and sometimes, even after a lumpectomy.
Read MoreHighly recommended health screenings for women
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A reading at or above 130/80 mm Hg is considered elevated blood pressure which increases the risk for hypertension.
Read MoreWomen: Don’t ignore these 7 “down-there” symptoms
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However, if the problem happens to coincide with their more ‘intimate’ parts, they may refrain, pretend it’s not a big deal, or ignore addressing sexual warning signs signaling a health issue needing attention.
Read MoreWhat does having ‘dense breasts’ mean?
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To understand what the term dense breasts mean, it helps to have an understanding of the make-up of breast tissue. Breasts are mainly made up of four kinds of tissue.
Read MoreUnderstanding and getting help for female sexual dysfunction
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There can be certain sexual symptoms that if not addressed can turn into serious problems disrupting a healthy sexual relationship.
Read MoreWhat women should know about cervical cancer
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The other screening test for cervical cancer is the HPV (human papillomavirus) test. HPV tests can find any of the high-risk types of HPV that are commonly found in cervical cancer.
Read More8 common myths about breast cancer
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Here are some common mistaken beliefs that have circulated over time that women no longer need to accept as the truth:
Read MoreReviving low libido in women
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This makes it difficult to pinpoint an exact cause for a loss of libido in women because of the multitude of components contributing to this dilemma.
Read More9 health concerns to discuss with your gynecologist
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Gynecologists are a very important part of a woman’s health making it imperative to not hold back on health issues.
Read MoreWhat women wish men knew about menopause
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The reason why men should be as informed as they can about this change of life for women is that not only is menopause hard on her but is hard on the man who loves her.
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Why women are misdiagnosed more often than men
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Women are not so lucky. In fact, women are less likely to get the correct diagnosis than men and therefore incorrect treatment and care they need possibly resulting in years of unnecessary suffering with a medical condition before it is finally accurately diagnosed.
Read More10 tips for staying sexual after menopause
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Think that “the change” means the end to good sex?
Read MoreWhat vitamin D deficiency means for a woman
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Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts as a hormone.
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