Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common concern for many women. They occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract and cause an infection. UTIs can affect various parts of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, ureters, and kidneys. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies for UTIs can help women recognize and manage these…
Being pregnant is a normal and healthy state of living but there are a lot of physical changes that take place. This leads to many questions about what is okay and what isn’t okay. A common question that comes up during pregnancy is if it is safe to travel or not. Read on to learn…
One of the big questions you may face if you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant is the use of medication. Many people take medication daily to stay healthy but not all medications are considered safe to take during pregnancy. Some medications are known to possibly cause pregnancy complications, miscarriage, birth defects, premature birth,…
Most people are familiar with the medical condition referred to as hypertension or high blood pressure. Having high blood pressure during pregnancy may lead to the pregnancy condition known as pre-eclampsia. This condition is characterized by two main symptoms, high blood pressure and protein present in the urine. Pre-eclampsia is dangerous and can lead to…
Women are more likely than men to have uncommon symptoms of a heart attack and a silent heart attack. The typical image that plays in a person’s mind when they think of a heart attack may look something like someone clutching their chest, grasping, and crumbling over, but this is not always the case, especially…
Some people are a little weirded out when they first learn what a menstrual cup is. It might sound a little strange since our society is so used to tampons and pads. It is theorized that the first menstrual cup product was invented in the 1930s but did not gain much popularity until now. Menstrual…
There are several issues that females can experience related to their period. An issue that you may experience related to your menstrual cycle is missing periods. The medical term for missing periods that are not related to menopause is amenorrhea. You are considered to have amenorrhea if you haven’t had a period for three consecutive…
Is your period constantly changing? It could be an indication of something happening in your body. Does your period come whenever it wants? Does it seem different every month? Your irregular periods could be an indication of something else going on in your body. The normal period occurs every 21 to 35 days and lasts…
Make sure to get the recommended amount of pregnancy healthcare to help identify common pregnancy complications before they cause a bigger problem. Pregnancy is often a time of bliss and anticipation but it is not the time to be slack with healthcare maintenance. It is essential to get the recommended amount of pregnancy healthcare. Although…
Do you enjoy a daily nighttime routine that involves a glass or two of wine? Do you meet up with friends on the weekends to have dinner and a few cocktails? Many people enjoy alcoholic beverages for various reasons. During the COVID-19 pandemic, alcohol consumption increased and it could be bad for women’s health. One…