Health Screening for Women Tips

The placenta is a rich vascular tissue seen in the inner wall of the uterus. It provides nutrition to the growing baby through the umbilical cord. It also helps in removal of wastes from the developing baby. The placenta is usually present on the upper part of the uterus and grows during pregnancy in size and vascularity.

However, if this placenta is towards the lower portion near the cervix, it is known as previa, meaning prolapse. This could happen during the third trimester of pregna...more

Almost every woman wants to lead a healthy life with their loved ones and experience the joy of motherhood when the right time comes. However, as much as you detest it, the last decade or two has seen a steady rise in gynecological problems. While some of the gynecological conditions are minor and can be easily treated and taken care of, others may give you a hard time. From PCOS to Endometriosis, left untreated, some of these problems may trigger infertility, complicating things further.
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The vagina is a tube-like muscular structure of the female genital tract that extends from the cervix to the vulva. It is a delicate organ which is prone to injuries and infections. Complications related to urination, menstruation and sexual intercourse- all affect the vaginal health. Here are five questions associated with vaginal problems that are commonly experienced but rarely discussed:

1. Why does it feel itchy before menstruation?
The hormonal cycle reduces the amount of estr...more

Pregnancy is a very special time in a woman's life when there is an added focus to take care of yourself and your unborn child. The adage 'You are what you eat' takes on a whole new meaning during this period as it becomes the soon to be mother's responsibility to pack in extra nutrition to nourish her growing bump. Doctors often add in a dose of vitamins to ensure that the both mother and child are well nourished. But beyond that, the food choices you make will maintain a healthy weight gain fo...more

Menopause brings about a lot of changes in a woman's body. It not only signifies the end of her fertility and child bearing days but is a sign of growing age and the body progressing in a new direction of aches, pains and vulnerability. While some of these are natural, others can prove to be dangerous as it significantly increases the risk of heart disease (unlike common myths, women do get heart attacks). The risk factor is also goes up if the woman suffers from diabetes, obesity and high blood...more

A recent study claims that environmental pollution may be a leading cause of infertility in many couples. In the Environmental Health Perspective journal, researchers stated that exposure to environmental pollutants like PCBs (perchlorinated biphenyls), pesticides and toxic industrial compounds can decrease your fertility rate by up to a staggering 29%.

Pollution and Reduced Conception Rate-

Women who are exposed to high levels of environmental pollutants have shown little or...more

Importance of jewelry - jewelry; a symbol of prestige...

The fact is that jewelry has always been an important part of human cultures, serving several purposes that are deeply significant to each of us.
It's purpose was originally to make the wearer stand out from the crowd. Humans wore jewelry before they wore clothes. Early jewelry consisted of vines and flowers often woven into the hair. As time went on, and humanity evolved, jewelry was made from precious materials in order to ...more

Every women's uterus consists three layers - inner, middle and outer layers. The innermost layer of the uterus is known as endometrium. A normal endometrial lining is thick enough to enable eggs to get fertilized, but when this lining becoomes thin, it creates problem for women to achieve pregnancy.

What are the causes of a thin endometrium?

Following are the causes for thin endometrium in some women-

Reduced oestrogen levels - Oestrogen is one of the primary sex hormo...more

Minimally invasive surgery or laparoscopic surgery is increasingly becoming popular in all fields of surgery including gynecological oncology. Given its many advantages, it is easy to see why people prefer this form of surgery. The use of laparoscopy in the field of gynecological oncology began in the late 1980s. The first laparoscopic-assisted hysterectomy was performed in 1989.

Laparoscopy and Endometrial Cancer-
The endometrium refers to the lining of the uterus. Endometrial canc...more

Amenorrhea is a common menstrual disorder and this term is used to denote the following situations.

No onset of menstruation by the age of 16.
Very scanty flow once onset has happened
This is known as primary amenorrhea and is usually due to underdevelop female reproductive organs.
No menstruation for up to 3 months in normally menstruating females, who is not otherwise pregnant or breastfeeding
In elderly women (prior to menopause), lack of menstruation for up to 6 mont...more