The term “menorrhagia” refers to unusually heavy menstrual bleeding. Typically, a woman’s period consists of anywhere from one to three days of heavier bleeding with an additional two to three days of lighter flow. Women suffering menorrhagia, however, may bleed heavily for five days, rarely more, and the amount of blood they lose exceeds the […] Read more…
Few things can derail an entire day, or even longer, like a bad tummy ache. For most people, food is associated with pleasurable emotions. That makes evolutionary sense even though, with today’s sedentary lifestyles, consuming too much can lead to adverse health effects. But what about those who frequently experience stomach pain immediately after eating? […] Read more…
Since my teen years, I’ve enjoyed physical activity. Exercise rarely failed to boost my mood even on my roughest days. So when I found myself barely able to run a mile without tiring, I grew more than a bit concerned and started asking myself: Why does my body ache and I feel tired all the […] Read more…
When most women see the color of their home pregnancy test turn dark, they seldom think, “Gee, now that I’m pregnant, I should probably give my dentist a call.” However, pregnancy does create several changes in oral tissue, and complications of gum disease can potentially harm the developing fetus. So, it’s time to learn up […] Read more…
Burning sensations when urinating, increasing urges to urinate and recurring lower abdominal pain prompt many women to make an appointment with their physician to get antibiotics to treat yet another bladder infection. But when they undergo testing, their doctor informs them no infection exists. Yet these symptoms still deserve prompt medical attention, as they may […] Read more…
Pregnancy represents a magical time in a woman’s life, but not every one goes smoothly. Placental disorders in pregnancy can strike seemingly without warning and endanger the health of a woman and her unborn child. Women planning on becoming pregnant benefit from a solid heart-to-heart talk with their OB-GYN first. Some placental disorders are easily […] Read more…