Birth Control Implant or IUD?

            What is and IUD and what is a birth control implant? IUDs and a birth control implants have only two characteristics in common: they are both used to prevent pregnancy and neither can prevent sexually transmitted diseases. The IUD is a small, T-shaped device that your gynecologist inserts into …

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Vaginal Infections Research

  75% of all women experience Yeast Infections in their lifetime. Are you experiencing vaginal itching, burning or irritation associated with a yeast infection? Eligible Participants Must Be: Between 18-64 years of age Diagnosis of yeast infection Other criteria may apply Qualified participants may receive study related care at no cost and compensation up to $760 (includes up to …

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Simple and Effective Solutions to Help you Deal With Vaginal Infections

What is a Yeast Vaginal Infection?  Yeast live within the vagina, usually in small harmless levels. However, if the number of yeasts increases and passes the normal levels, this can have a negative effect on your genital health. This increase may result in itchiness and other symptoms such as: burning, redness as well as the …

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Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding: What You Should Know

It is common for women to experience abnormal vaginal bleeding at some point in their lives. Vaginal bleeding is abnormal when: You are not expecting your period The menstrual flow is lighter or heavier than usual Before age 9, when you are pregnant, or after menopause Abnormal vaginal bleeding can be caused by a variety of …

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What Causes a Yeast Infection, Exactly?

Yeast infections (or vulvovaginal candidiasis, to use the medical term) occur when the vagina has an excess of the yeast fungus candida. Small populations of candida live naturally in the gastrointestinal tract and other warm, moist areas of the body. Up to 3 in 4 women experience a vaginal yeast infection at least once in …

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6 Signs that You May Have an Iron Deficiency

Iron deficiency is the most widespread nutritional deficiency in the U.S. You may be at elevated risk for an iron deficiency if you: Are a woman Are vegetarian or vegan Have an underactive thyroid Are pregnant Have celiac disease Have inflammatory bowel disease Make sure you know the signs of an iron deficiency; if left …

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Tell your Overactive Bladder to Chill

Overactive bladder (OAB) is a problem with bladder-storage function that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be difficult to stop, and overactive bladder may lead to the involuntary loss of urine. Preventing overactive bladder can be difficult; however, treating overactive bladder often begins with lifestyle changes that are aimed at reducing symptoms. …

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5 Menopause Myths Debunked

  Myth 1: Menopause Makes You Gain Weight No scientific evidence supports the idea that menopause causes you to gain weight. However, hormonal changes during menopause do increase the risk of putting on extra pounds around your abdomen. Nevertheless, your weight and overall fitness depend more on your eating and exercise habits than on the …

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4 Health Conditions Linked to Hot Flashes

Almost 85 percent of women experience hot flashes during menopause. A sudden rise in body temperature and increased sweating are the key signs of a hot flash, which can cause considerable discomfort. But hot flashes are more than just a nuisance; mounting scientific evidence has suggested a link between hot flashes and risk for certain …

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6 Tips to Control an Overactive Bladder

  If you have an overactive bladder, you are not alone. According to the Urology Care Foundation, overactive bladder (OAB) affects almost 4 in 10 women. In OAB, premature contractions of the bladder can cause symptoms such as: Excessive urination (eight times per day or multiple times at night) Sudden urges to urinate Incontinence Here …

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