Hepatitis – What is it? How do I protect myself?
You may have heard about Hepatitis, which simply is an inflammatory condition of the liver.
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Varicose Veins When Pregnant – And Not
Though usually not considered a serious medical issue, moms-to-be are not thrilled to see these babies pop out along with their hormonal acne.
Continue readingIt’s High Blood Pressure Education Month
Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure (HBP). Both terms mean the same thing.
Continue readingThe Latest in Migraine Treatments
85% of all chronic migraine sufferers are women, and about 1 in 4 women will experience migraine over their lifetime.
Continue readingWhat is Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) and is it Being Over-Treated?
Over 50,000 women a year get a call from their doctor giving them the best possible kind of bad news.
Continue readingThe Menstrual Cycle With PCOS: It’s Different
For women with PCOS, there are complex biochemical imbalances within the ovary. The underlying cause is Insulin Resistance.
Continue readingManaging Your Weight with PCOS
Most women with PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome, PCOS have a lot of difficulty losing weight and keeping it off. This is not in their control, completely unfair and can be very challenging.
Continue readingTreating and Preventing Herpes
The word Herpes and people stop in their tracks. It’s one of those infections that carries with it a lot of sexual baggage.
Continue readingPCOS: An Overview of the Biology
We used to think that the only issue with PCOS was the multiple cysts within each ovary, which prevented ovulation, normal periods and caused infertility. We now know that PCOS is a complicated endocrine condition with multiple challenges for women.
Continue readingPCOS: Treating Excessive Hair and Acne
One of the most disturbing aspects of PCOS is how it affects a woman’s appearance. Acne and excessive hair growth are very common, however there are treatments that can help keep these under control.
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