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Low Progesterone
Low Progesterone
Read on to know more about the effects, causes and modes of treatment available for low progesterone levels in your body…
Progesterone, a steroid hormone is recognized as an important female hormone. The word progesterone is related to the Latin word ‘Gestare’ which means ‘to bear or carry’. This by itself suggests the importance of this hormone in providing Read the rest of this entry »
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Chewable Prenatal Vitamins
Chewable Prenatal Vitamins
Vitamins are essential for the growth and development of the fetus. Sometimes, healthy diets are unable to meet the vitamin requirements of the pregnant woman’s body. Consuming chewable prenatal vitamins can help maintain the level of required vitamins.
Pregnant women require a higher concentration of vitamins in their body, as compared to other women, since the developing Read the rest of this entry »
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Women’s Gynecological Health Issues
Women’s Gynecological Health Issues
The female body has been made to bear the burden of reproduction, and the process is not very simple. Most health issues that women face are gynecological health issues, that is, to do with their reproductive organs. Here are a few insights on some of the major gynecological issues that women may face.
The reproductive age in a female’s life starts with menstruation, which indicates that her reproductive system has started functioning and she can now bear a child. However, this process is so complicated and dependent on so many smaller processes that it can give rise to a number of gynecological health issues. Here we shall have a look at the few most prevalent issues that women in their reproductive age have to worry about.
The most common Gynecological Issue for females right from puberty till menopause is that of painful menstruation, and in some cases, PMS. Together they can create havoc for the better part of a woman’s monthly ovulation cycle. PMS or pre-menstrual syndrome, is the pain and discomfort that starts about a week before the actual bleeding begins. This also manifests itself in stress, irritability, water retention and sometimes, acne or just zits. About the time bleeding starts, this syndrome is replaced by abdominal discomfort, or in some cases, outright pain. This is a condition commonly known as dysmenorrhea. Studies indicate that almost 60% women suffer from this condition, and in all good faith, it is not a disease, However, this is an issue that creates trouble for a few days every month in the woman’s life. The only way out then is to take painkillers or more homegrown methods like a hot water bottle.
Women’s gynecological issues –Endometriosis
Endometrial tissue is the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus, making it ready to carry a baby. In some cases this tissue starts growing outside of the uterus and disrupts the functioning of other organs. It usually develops in the pelvis area, and growth is usually in the tissues on the lower abdomen, the ovaries, even on the fallopian tubes and on the bladder. Sometimes in rare cases, it reaches till the wall of the rectum and even the intestines. In fact is affects all the organs in the lower abdomen. The tissue that grows outside behaves similarly to tissue that grows within the uterus, and sometimes even oozes blood during the menstrual cycle. It can cover the ovaries and block the fallopian tube, and often forms large cysts called chocolate cysts that contain thick blood mixed with some tissue. The most logical reason for this condition is that sometimes a bit of menstrual fluid finds its way upwards into the fallopian tubes instead of running out downwards into the vagina. Technically endometriosis happens because of a failure in the immune system that fails to identify foreign tissue growing outside of an organ and destroy it.
In most cases the high risk woman is one who has abnormal bleeding, abnormal cycle or a genetic history of the disorder.
The most important symptoms of this disorder are pelvic pain, painful menstruation, spotting before the actual menstruation starts, in some cases, blood in the stool or urine, backache and sometimes even miscarriages. Without treatment, endometriosis could last up to menopause, when the falling hormone levels automatically take care of the islands of growth. Or else, if diagnosed, there may be treatments on various levels. For pain management only, painkillers can be used, sometime combined with hormones for limiting or totally eliminating extra tissue. Sometimes the doctor may suggest surgery specially if the extra growth are interfering with the functioning of other organs.
Fibroids
Almost a third of the women above 35 across the world suffer from fibroids. Fibroids are pinkish lumps inside the uterus, ranging from a few cms to a few inches in diameter. These are not malignant but can interfere with the fertility of a woman. No one knows why they happen; it could be due to some hormones at play.
Most women cannot find out they have fibroids because there are not really any typical symptoms. However some women do complain of painful and heavy menstruation with some spotting between periods too. Sometimes a woman complains of lower back pain or abdominal swelling and in most cases repeated miscarriages motivate the doctor to check for fibroids. Then it can be detected using pelvic ultrasound examination or by physical means of seeing inside the uterus, like a hysterosalpingogram.
Fibroids can be surgically removed but can also grow back, since hormones will support their growth right up to menopause. For women who would like to have babies, laproscopy is a non-invasive surgery to get rid of the growths, because a surgery can weaken the uterus wall. There are other options that can weaken and kill the fibroids by cutting off blood or hormones supply to them. In the past the uterus had to be removed but women today have the option of not doing so.
(PID) Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
This is an infection in the female reproductive organs, the uterus, fallopian tube and ovaries. The infection, which usually affects sexually active women, is widely believed to spread through sexual contact. The scarring that results in the fallopian tube and even the uterus may lead to infertility in some women, and that is sad because PID is completely curable.
The infections start with the mouth of the uterus and travel up to the other organs, fallopian tubes or ovaries. In many cases the same bacteria that cause Sexually Transmitted Diseases like gonorrhea can cause PID also. The most common symptom of PID is pelvic pain, fever and nausea. However, these could be symptoms of many other problems too, so one may need a laboratory swab for testing. Sometimes the organ affected can be identified by a physical examination, to see which ones are tender and swollen. Sometimes an ultrasound is needed to identify the location of infection, abscess or infected fluid.
The only way to prevent PID is to stay in a one-partner sexual relationship, and use condoms. The treatment, as in most infections, is with antibiotics. It is not advisable to have sexual intercourse till the infection is finished, and also to get the partner also treated.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
This is one of the most complicated disorders in women’s gynecological issues. Poly cysts mean multiple cysts, only in this case these are eggs that are still in their follicle, and the ovaries are unable to shed them. This is due to hormonal activity. The result is that a woman cannot conceive and the uterine lining that prepares for pregnancy is weak, raising the risk of disease like cancer. The androgen hormones in a woman’s body are responsible for this condition. These very hormones can also cause cosmetic problems in a woman’s body – increased facial hair, or acne. This disorder also encourages high levels of insulin in the body, exposing the woman to a higher risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol problems.
The most common symptom of polycystic ovaries is irregular or even absent menstrual periods. Persistent obesity and difficulty in conceiving accompanied by thick hair growth, darkened pubic skin and a high blood sugar or cholesterol levels, could all be symptoms of this disease.
Since this disease lasts till the ovaries stop producing eggs, i.e. till menopause, the way out is to have a healthy lifestyle, to avoid the complications of blood pressure and high cholesterol. Doctors also prefer to restore a regular menstrual cycle to fight the risk of malignancy in layers of unshed uterine lining. In case the patient wants to conceive, medication can help. One way to control the hormonal melee is to take birth control pills, so the production of eggs stops, reducing the cysts.
Gynecological Symptoms that require attention
Most of the symptoms that are given below can indicate some disorder or disease. However, many are hereditary in nature and don’t really need to set the alarm bells ringing.
1. Vaginal bleeding or discharge between periods.
2. Sores or pain in the vaginal area
3. Pelvic pain or abdominal swelling
4. Discomfort during intercourse
5. Persistent lower back ache
6. Unexplained absence or irregularity of the menstrual cycle
| By Kanika Goswami Published: 11/15/2007 |
Yoga and Pregnancy Benefits
Yoga is claimed to be a good exercise for everyone. Yoga is also a good exercise for pregnant women and provides them with many benefits. So whether you are pregnant or know someone who is, read on to learn the many positive benefits of yoga for pregnant women.
Yoga is a wonderful exercise for pregnant women and can be safely performed throughout the entire pregnancy. Some poses may need to be modified during pregnancy and poses where the woman is lying on her back or stomach should be avoided. The pregnant woman should also avoid any position or pose that does not feel right to her.
Yoga provides many benefits to pregnant women. Among those benefits of yoga are increased flexibility, more energy and stress relief. Yoga also helps the woman prepare for childbirth. This is done by the regular use and stretching of the muscles that are used in childbirth. In addition, the relaxation and breathing skills learned in yoga will help a woman throughout the labor and delivery of her child and may also lessen some of the woman’s pains and anxieties.
As previously mentioned, yoga can play an important part in a woman having a relaxed, comfortable pregnancy and childbirth experience. However, the benefits of yoga do not end there. Yoga can also help the woman to get back into shape after pregnancy and will help to ease the transition into more physical exercise. And the benefits of yoga do not only encompass the pregnant woman; yoga can assist in the mental and physical development of the growing fetus.
Yoga exercises are not the only elements to focus on when performing a yoga routine. A complete, rounded yoga routine for a pregnant woman should include not only the yoga exercises, but also proper breathing techniques, meditation, deep relaxation techniques and mudras, which are yogic gestures. All of these elements of yoga will provide the pregnant woman with many benefits to aid in childbirth.
For the benefit of the pregnant woman, yoga exercises stretch the pelvis and reproductive organs to ensure a smooth pregnancy and childbirth experience. For the benefit of the fetus, yoga exercises provide the best possible blood and nutrient supply. The proper breathing techniques, or pranayama, will aid in the pregnant woman’s overall fitness during pregnancy and will supply a rich amount of oxygen for the pregnant woman and fetus.
The benefits of yogic meditation to a pregnant woman are almost self-explanatory. It helps to calm and soothe the pregnant woman, dissolving away any fears and conflicts, whether pregnancy-related or not. It is also claimed to provide the pregnant woman with an unbelievable sense of awareness that helps her connect with her unborn child.
The benefits of deep relaxation techniques are also pretty much easy to understand. Deep relaxation, or yogic sleep, relaxes the pregnant woman both mentally and physically. It also better prepares her for the childbirth experience. The last element of a yoga routine, mudras and bandhas, is yogic gestures. These gestures are believed to have influential effects on the pregnant woman’s reproductive organs, as well as any pains and ailments.
By combining all of the above elements of yoga, a pregnant woman can achieve and reap the benefits of a successful yoga routine. There are many books and websites available that provide acceptable yoga poses and positions for pregnant women. But as is the case with any other exercise, a pregnant woman should consult with her doctor before undertaking a yoga routine.
Michael Russell Your Independent guide to Yoga
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Author: Michael Russell
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Exercising While Pregnant
Exercising While Pregnant
A stronger, more energetic women is more likely to have an easier labor than a woman who did not exercise during those nine months.
When a woman becomes pregnant, it is sometimes her husband’s natural desire to keep her off her feet as much as possible. Let her just relax while their child slowly gestates.
While this desire comes from a nice place, in reality it isn’t Read the rest of this entry »
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YouTube – Yoga for women
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Be Healthier With a Prenatal Yoga DVD
Mother nature has given a grand gift on women in the form of motherhood. We get both the strains and joys of conception and bringing the child into the world. The 9 month point in between conception and birth of the child can be a most sensitive period of time for any woman in many ways. During this time period each and every action of a pregnant woman can create an affect either advantageous or negative Read the rest of this entry »
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YouTube – NIKE WOMEN YOGA
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Is it wrong to fart in Yoga session???
Is it wrong to fart in Yoga session???
What will you do if you were in a Yoga Session, suddenly a woman in front of you fart loudly and it's not 1 time BUT many times….!!!~~
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Prenatal Yoga Classes
Prenatal yoga classes are among the most popular classes an expectant mother will take. In fact, these classes are particularly popular among mothers who are preparing to have their first child.
These classes are offered at a number of places. Expectant mothers can usually sign up for classes at gyms and birthing facilities. Women can also hire private yoga instructors to come to their home to offer Read the rest of this entry »
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