Understanding Yeast Infection (Vaginal)

Yeast infection (vaginal)—Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatments, home remedies for vaginal yeast infections.   Definition A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that causes irritation, discharge, and intense itchiness of the vagina and the vulva—the tissues at the vaginal opening. It’s a type of vaginitis, or inflammation of the vagina. Vaginal yeast infection (also …

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‘RHOA’ Star Kenya Moore Says Her Uterine Fibroids Led to Her 3-Hour C-Section

Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kenya Moore shared with fans in late October that her daughter Brooklyn would have to be delivered early due to preeclampsia, a condition that causes high blood pressure in pregnancy. Now, Moore revealed in a new interview that her delivery wasn’t easy either. Moore, 47, told People that she had to have a three-hour emergency …

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FKA Twigs Opens Up About Surgery To Remove 6 Tumors From Her Uterus

FKA twigs has been fairly absent from the limelight since her big project with Nike last year, and today she opened up about where she’s been. The British singer and dancer, whose real name is Tahliah Debrett Barnett, announced on Instagram that she had been dealing with painful uterine fibroid tumors and had undergone surgery in December to …

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8 Health Conditions That Disproportionately Affect Black Women

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your physical and mental health. Here are eight health conditions black women should be especially aware of, plus how to best prevent them. Heart Disease, stroke, and diabetes These conditions often occur together or exacerbate each other, and they’re striking black women hard. Around 7.6 percent of …

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The Top 10 Tips for Living with PCOS

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is often caused by small cysts growing on the ovaries. Although harmless, these cysts lead to hormone imbalances, and those living with PCOS may notice several unwanted side effects. Research has shown that women living with PCOS who adopt positive lifestyles can overcome the symptoms caused by this disease. Here are ten …

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7 Creative Ways to Remember to Take “The Pill”

One of the biggest problems women have with taking oral contraceptives is remembering to take the pill every day at the same day. Oral contraceptives are most effective if you take them at the same time every single day. It’s a challenge to take any daily medication perfectly. In a study of young women using …

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5 Resolutions for a Healthier Sex Life

Lose weight. Get organized. Spend less, save more. These are the new year resolutions you’re heard a million times. Fitness and financial goals are important, but what about your sexual health? Ignoring your sexual health could have serious ramifications. All the other resolutions are pointless if a risky sex life compromises your health. This year, …

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Birth Control: Pros and Cons of Different Contraception Methods

Birth Control Pills Birth control pills are composed of hormones that prevent pregnancy. The pills must be taken daily. Pros: Has other benefits for some women besides contraception. It can reduce menstrual cramps, lighten periods, and offer some protection against pelvic inflammatory disease. Cons: Pill has to be taken every day at the same time. …

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