Posts Tagged women’s health
Female sexual dysfunction: a common problem for many women — Balanced Living Mag
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Balanced Living, Women's Health Topics on October 18, 2011
Human sexuality encompasses more than the act of sexual intercourse and the associated physical contact. It satisfies essential physical and emotional needs in both men and women. A person’s individual sexuality is influenced by many factors, including personal health and wellness, feelings of self worth, previous sexual encounters, and relationship dynamics. Women vary greatly when […]
Itching, Burning, Miserable? Tips for Preventing Vaginal Yeast Infections
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Teen to Twenty-Something, Women's Health Topics on October 4, 2011
No one likes getting yeast infections…no one. However, 75% of women will endure the displeasure of a yeast infection once during their lives and as many as 45% of women will experience two or more bouts. During the hot sticky summer months, your likelihood of experiencing this uncomfortable vaginal condition is significantly increased. While you […]
Women Be Wise: Avoid Compounded Hormone Therapy
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Aging in America, Women's Health Topics on September 21, 2011
Compounding pharmacies have received quite a bit of airtime lately–but they are nothing new. Before the modern mass production of drugs, individual pharmacists, chemists, or even herbalists compounded all medicines. The term, compounded, simply refers to drugs mixed by compounding pharmacists to create a unique medication. While numerous valid reasons exist for the compounding of […]
When heavy menstrual bleeding is a red flag – Balanced Living Magazine
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Balanced Living, Teen to Twenty-Something, Women's Health Topics on August 3, 2011
By Samantha Gluck About 20 percent of women will experience heavy menstrual bleeding sometime during their reproductive years. But some young women will experience menorrhagia, a term referring to excessive heavy bleeding during menstruation that adversely affects daily life activities. The excessive blood loss can result in severe physical weakness that sometimes requires hospitalization. Not only […]
What’s the Scoop on Ovarian Cysts?
Posted by Samantha Gluck in Women's Health Topics on July 25, 2011
Being aware of your body is the most proactive and efficient way to maintain your overall health and well-being. Women should visit their OB/GYN annually for screenings and pelvic examinations that can detect abnormal changes in their bodies. Statistics show that almost 80% of women will acquire an ovarian cyst at some point in their […]
Medtopicwriter News Feed
