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Frequent hot flashes – risky for the heart
If you’re a postmenopausal woman and find yourself dealing with hot flashes a lot, listen up! A recent study from the US suggests that those frequent flashes might actually increase your risk of heart disease. Yup, you heard it right. So, what’s the deal? Well, researchers found that women in their mid-50s who experienced a…
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Diseases of the vulva – bartholinitis, furunculosis, acute condylomas
Let’s dive into some women’s health topics and break them down in a more conversational and engaging way. Dealing with Furunculosis of the Vulva Ever heard of furunculosis? It’s basically an infected hair follicle that causes a painful, pus-filled bump. And guess what? Staphylococcus aureus bacteria are often the culprits here. So, how does it…
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Pain during sex – what could it be?
Ever experienced pain during sex and wondered what’s up? You’re not alone! It’s actually super common, and usually not something to freak out about. According to the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology, around 75% of women deal with it at some point in their lives. So, what’s causing the discomfort? Well, it could be…
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Benign formations of the mammary gland
Hey there! Let’s talk about benign breast tumors. They usually start from epithelial tissue, but sometimes they can come from other cell types too. The big players here are fibroadenoma, intraductal papilloma, and the less common but aggressive phylloid tumor. First up, fibroadenoma. It’s a dense, well-defined, and movable lump made mostly of epithelial cells.…
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Vulvovaginal candidiasis – what are the predisposing factors?
Hey there! Ever wondered what vulvovaginal candidiasis is all about? Well, it’s basically an infection down there caused by yeasts called Candida. And guess what? It’s more common than you might think! So, there are three types of this infection: vulvitis (affecting the outer lady bits), vaginitis (messing with the vagina), and vulvovaginitis (when it’s…
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Less sleep = less sex
Hey there! Did you know that lack of sleep can really put a damper on postmenopausal women’s intimate lives? Yep, researchers found that out! They did this big study with a whopping 94,000 women, asking them all about their sleep habits and, you guessed it, their sex lives too. So, here’s the scoop: these ladies,…
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Vaginal lavage as a method of treatment
Alright, let’s talk about vaginal douching. So, there are various treatments for gynecological issues, including medicine, surgery, and physical therapies. And one of these physical treatments is vaginal douching. Now, when do we use it? Well, a healthy vagina doesn’t really need douching for prevention. It’s more of a therapeutic thing for specific conditions. You…
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Essential Thrombocytopenia (Werhlchow’s Disease)
Hey there! Let’s talk about essential thrombocytopenia and Wehrlehov’s disease, the most common causes of low platelet count. This condition often affects kids and women who have a genetic predisposition. So, what’s behind it and how does it develop? Well, thrombocytopenia happens when your body starts making antibodies that attack your own platelets, leading to…
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Vulvodynia – what causes the discomfort of the female external genital organs
Let’s talk about something that might not get enough attention but definitely needs it: the female genitals. Yep, we’re diving into the world of vulvar health, and it’s crucial to know what’s up down there. So, first off, let’s chat about vulvodynia. It’s basically when the vulva feels like it’s on fire, constantly irritated and…
