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From the ovaries, outward, all about female-focused health and medicine.
What Is Unexplained Infertility? Can It Be Treated?
As per the fertility specialist in India, the inability to have a baby even after trying at least for one year can be defined as infertility. A woman near her forties who is unable to have a baby even after trying for six months are also infertile. Today, infertility is a common issue that is faced by many people. Especially, people who are in their mid-thirties, or near their forties are more likely to be infertile. Around 10% of all couples are affected by infertility. Infertility can be gender-based, but the issue is faced by both the genders, almost equally.
By Femicure Healthcare4 years ago in Viva
Could it be more than 'just PMS'?
The menstrual cycle is a complex system that can affect everything from energy levels, to motivation, sex drive and mood. We are taught from an early age about PMS and PMT, and to expect some level of mood sensitivity in the week leading up to our period - but what happens when the severity of these symtoms impacts on our ability to function in daily life? Is this something we should consider 'normal'? Are premenstrual symptoms that affect your interpersonal relationships and performance in daily life, something that is just 'part of being a woman'?
By Vicious Cycle4 years ago in Viva
3 Things Every Woman Should Know About Cervical Cancer Screening
Women's health can be complex, and every woman has unique considerations and needs. Well-women exams are an important time to bring up these needs and take proactive steps to protect your health, including important testing for things like cervical cancer.
By David Wyld4 years ago in Viva
Kyleena Turned me into an Angry Shrek
I used Kyleena for about 9 months, and a non hormonal IUD for about 7 years. I opted for my first IUD after I had my second child, and it was implanted two months after his birth. The procedure was uncomfortable, but not painful. Remember however, that eight weeks prior I had just passed a human, so my perception may have been a bit skewed. Big ole human.... Big ole Texan human.... Oh the flashbacks...
By Deborah Alice4 years ago in Viva
From 'killing it', to wanting to quit - every single month.
Are there some days when you are killing it at life, smashing your goals, living the dream, everything goes smoothly.... and then a couple of weeks later, for no apparent reason it gets really dark. Doing the simplest of tasks feels like you are pushing boulders up a steep hill, people irritate you to the point of breaking, you act 'out of character' - saying and doing things that have you feeling embarrassed and ashamed. You want to run away from life, hide in your bedroom, quit your job, leave your partner, and then.... you start to bleed.
By Vicious Cycle4 years ago in Viva
Why More Women Need to Talk About Menstrual Hygiene. Created with: INTIMINA.
I was fourteen when I had my first period. I guess it makes sense that I was a late bloomer-- I’ve always felt one step behind, a little bit out of the loop. Whether it was the hottest new album or how to start taking care of my changing body (is it possible to apply too much deodorant?), it always seemed like my peers were one step ahead of me.
By Jules Fortman4 years ago in Viva
What is Menstruation?
Menstruation, commonly referred to as a period, is a part of the fertility process for vulvas. Once a cycle, the lining of the uterus prepares the possibility of pregnancy by filling the lining with thick and rich blood vessels. This rich lining provides support to a fertilized egg to begin growing into a fetus.
By Teela Hudak4 years ago in Viva
What is Contraceptive Injection?
Contraceptive injection is a form of hormonal birth control. It’s a shot that vulva people can get to prevent unwanted pregnancies. The shot is given in the arm or butt every twelve weeks. It’s sometimes referred to as the birth control shot. There are different brand names available but the most common and well known is the Depo-Provera Shot, also sometimes called the Depo Shot.
By Teela Hudak4 years ago in Viva
...are you saying we stink
Yep. Women stink…so do some flowers if you’re feeling offended. If you don’t believe it, just turn on your TV or walk down the aisles in the hygiene department. Everybody is telling us they can make us fresher. There are pads, wipes, sprays, depositories, creams, powders, douches, salts, etc. …to help us stay “that just got out of the shower and air hasn’t touched me yet” fresh. During that “time of the month”, there are extra strength products and an array of other pu’se deodorants. Women go broke on the basic products and we haven’t even made it to the high chic perfume counters guaranteed to make you the most desirable yet. Still, it won’t matter, because as soon as we get somewhere, you know the drill, head to the restroom to go “freshen” up. Let’s face it; the funk of a woman is big money.
By Jeanine Williams4 years ago in Viva