Many women who suffer from migraines report that they intensify around the same time as menstruation occurs. Menstrual migraines are defined as those that occur start as early as two days prior to the beginning of your period. They may also begin as late as the third day following the beginning of blood flow. These […]
Entering your perimenopausal years means preparing for your body’s natural transition toward the end of your reproductive years. For some women around this time, pain may start to radiate around the hips, knees, and fingers, and that pain progresses to arthritis. Many researchers have been looking into the connections between menopause and arthritis, and despite […]
When conversations arise concerning heart disease, it’s common for male health to be the focus. This has led to the misconception that men are the primary sufferers of this condition. The truth is it’s the primary cause of death for all people in the United States. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is the most frequent form […]
Hormone replacement therapy provides medication that contains female hormones. The medication is taken to replace the estrogen that your body isn’t producing during menopause. Hormone therapy treats menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and vaginal discomfort. Hormone therapy has also been noted as a way for women to prevent bone loss and reduce bone fractures […]
Physical intimacy should be an enjoyable moment of bonding between the participants, but for some women, sexual intercourse can be painful. The reasons for this are as different as the individual to whom it’s happening. In some cases, it may be nervousness, or the pain may be intermittent and not occur with every encounter. For […]
When discussing women’s health concerns in our later years, one of the most frequently mentioned topics is menopause. The comments about night sweats, hot flashes, sexual changes, and the end of menstruation almost always dominate the conversation. What is rarely discussed is the fact that, prior to this event, there is a transitional period known […]
Hormones are a central aspect of how our bodies function. Every ay our organs and glands make use of over 200 hormones to keep the body working properly. When these hormones begin to get out of balance, there can be significant consequences for our health. Thankfully, this interconnected system of hormones is not out of […]
Anytime your period changes, you may wonder what caused it to change. There are a number of things that can alter your monthly periods. Some of these things include exercise, diet, weight, and birth control. However, age is another important factor that can cause changes in your period. In fact, if you are in your […]
Did you know that according to the American Psychological Association, women are more likely than men to report having a great deal of stress that is characterized as an 8, 9, or 10 on a 10-point scale? While we all experience stress at some point in our lives, medical experts agree that chronic stress can […]
