Women's Health. Find daily tips on women's health from Dr. David Samadi. Discover latest news and health benefits for common issues related to women's health such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, female cancer screenings and prevention,
When it comes to headaches – especially migraines - being female does not help. Even though both men and women can be affected by the throbbing pain that can sometimes be accompanied by nausea and vomiting, women are more likely to have the unique experience of experiencing headaches due to their menstrual cycle.
Read MoreAll it takes is a crack or break from a simple fall reminding a woman of her risk for weak, porous bones. Osteoporosis, a disease slowly and silently taking years to develop, can suddenly appear out of nowhere making a woman vulnerable to suffering the consequences of breaking a bone.
Read MoreHere is a fact women may not realize from the National Stroke Association – each year 55,000 more women have a stroke than men. This makes stroke the third leading cause of death in women.
Read MoreIf you are a woman with diabetes and you keep having yeast infections, the blame most likely is your disease. Simply being a woman with diabetes means there is a very good chance you will develop a vaginal yeast infection at some point in your life.
Read MoreWomen need to know this is not just “all in their head.” It is a real, physical condition and is not a psychological problem. Fortunately, there is treatment and relief if a woman gets the proper diagnosis.
Read MoreOver 14,000 individuals from the United States, aged 18 to 65 were surveyed about their grooming practices, sexual behavior and history of sexually transmitted diseases.
Read MoreAnytime vaginal discharge has changed from what it normally looks like, this could be signaling a problem. These signs could include the following:
Read MoreNo one wants to hear the words, “You have cancer.” The initial shock and disbelief are plenty for anyone to have to handle but an important first step is finding and selecting an oncologist.
Read MoreWhen lack of libido begins creating problems between her and her partner, resurrecting, reviving, and rediscovering her desire for sex is necessary to help her enjoy a pleasurable sex life once again.
Read MoreThese issues are rather embarrassing and are not likely things you would even consider discussing with your best friend, let alone your gynecologist.
Read MoreHowever, these numbers can be reduced as cervical cancer is a highly preventable and treatable condition thanks to improvements in screening and vaccination.
Read MoreThere is also another possible symptom women can experience and that is reduced sex drive and desire.
Read MoreWomen are far more likely than men to get melasma. This is according to the American Academy of Dermatology, which shows that 90 percent or 6 million people who develop melasma are women.
Read MoreThere are certain symptoms indicating if a woman has vaginal atrophy. Some women will have only mild to moderate symptoms while others will have more noticeable, severe symptoms.
Read MoreThe best cure for disease is prevention. The following 5 health screenings are key to maintaining good health and for detecting problems in their earliest stages.
Read MoreMany women choose to have a tubal ligation within a day or so after giving birth, in conjunction with a cesarean procedure, or any time that does not conflict with her menstrual cycle.
Read MoreThis large fan-shaped muscle stretches from the armpit up to the collarbone and down across the lower chest region on both sides of the chest. The two sides connect at the sternum, or breastbone.
Read MoreAs a result, women with endometriosis suffer from chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, and pain during intercourse.
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