Genitourinary diseases (112 contents)
Non-inflammatory disorders of the female reproductive organs (32 contents)
How to deal with PMS symptoms?
PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, is a set of physical and emotional symptoms that often accompany women before the onset of their period. These symptoms can be bothersome, but there are ways to manage...
What is endometriosis and how is it treated?
Endometriosis is a condition that affects women and involves the presence of endometrium-like tissue outside the uterine cavity. It is a chronic condition that can cause severe pain and reproductive...
Does an anti-inflammatory diet help relieve endometriosis symptoms?
According to WHO 2023, endometriosis affects as many as 190 million women worldwide, which is about 10% of the population of women of reproductive age. While there is no single cure for...
Why can't I get pregnant?
Problems getting pregnant are a source of frustration and anxiety for many couples. It is therefore important to understand the various factors that can affect fertility. In this article we will look...
First symptoms of menopause: when can you expect them?
Menopause is a natural stage in every woman's life that marks the end of fertility. It most often occurs around the age of 45-55, but some women may experience the menopause earlier, which is called...
Endometriosis in teenage girls: what are the symptoms?
Endometriosis is most often diagnosed in women in their 3rd and 4th decade of life, however, in practice, the disease can develop in patients much earlier - it is very possible to develop...
Severe pain during menstruation - causes and ways to relieve it
It comes as no surprise that women experience uncomfortable menstrual periods . However, some patients experience such intense pain during menstruation that they are unable to function normally. What...
Menstrual disorders after COVID-19
COVID-19 is a disease whose symptoms, as well as its complications, are continually being discovered. While some of the consequences of SARS-CoV-2 infection have long been known, others are only just...
Vulvar cysts and a clogged Bartholin's gland - treatment options
The initial symptoms of Bartholin's gland problems or cysts on the vul va do not interfere with daily life. A small thickening in the labia area does not cause great discomfort. Unfortunately -...
Endometrial biopsy: what is the procedure and when is it performed?
An endometrialbiopsy is a test that is performed, among other things, to diagnose abnormal uterine bleeding. The procedure is considered safe, but what exactly does it consist of, when is an...
The triad of sportswomen and its consequences for health
Physical activity forms the basis of the new nutritional pyramid. Adequate diet, exercise, avoiding stress - these aspects make it easier to stay healthy. But what if health problems arise as a...
What could signal ovarian pain?
Ovarian pain may or may not signal that something wrong is happening in the body. What are the causes of ovarian pain? When to see a doctor?
Intermenstrual spotting: what can be the causes and when should I see a doctor?
Intermenstrual spotting can be linked to the use of hormonal contraceptives, but also to the development of a cancer of the reproductive organs or to contracting one of the sexually transmitted...
Hernia in pregnancy - treatment
A herniain pregnancy is a condition that is quite common - the period of pregnancy predisposes to this type of lesion. The appearance of a hernia is usually related to the existence of...
Declining semen quality and the problem of infertility
The problem of infertility is an issue increasingly being addressed by specialist medical circles. Its scale is about 15% of the population, which in Poland corresponds to about 1 million couples...
Vaginal hernia - what is it?
A vaginal hernia is defined as a condition where the urinary bladder is pressed against the anterior wall of the vagina. This anomaly leads to what is known as 'cystocele', or vaginal prolapse. The...
Ovarian cyst - is there anything to be afraid of?
Every woman who has started menstruating should have a check-up with her gynaecologist. Unfortunately, many women neglect regular visits, which often results in the late detection of conditions that,...
Use of thermotherapy in the treatment of painful menstruation
The problem of painful menstruation is mainly age-related and affects girls and young women. The scale of the phenomenon is approximately 30% to 70% of the population. The underlying causes of this...
