A new method of HIV prevention?
According to 2016 statistics, almost 2 million people were infected with HIV - this means that, on average, around 5,000 new infections occur per day. The figures presented thus perfectly justify why...
Ibuprofen and fertility in men
As more and more people are struggling to get pregnant - according to the WHO, up to 25% of all couples trying to have a baby may have this type of disorder - scientists are constantly looking for...
Alcoholisation of the vulva and perineum in the treatment of dyspareunia
Alcoholisation is a procedure for damaging the ganglia or nerve fibres that conduct pain stimuli from the anatomical areas concerned through the administration of an ethyl alcohol solution. In...
How do I prepare for a cytology test?
Cytology is one of the extremely important examinations that every woman should remember. The correct preparation for the test is crucial for the subsequent evaluation of the material taken.
European Patients' Rights Day
18 April 2006 was established as European Patients' Rights Day. This holiday is celebrated in all countries of the European Union with the aim of raising awareness or reminding patients of their...
Anaemia - causes, symptoms, treatment
Anaemia (anaemia) is a decrease in haemoglobin, haematocrit and erythrocyte count in the blood from normal values (set for age and sex). Anaemia can be a manifestation of an ongoing disease state in...
Effects of air pollution on menstrual cycle regularity in adolescent girls
During the winter-spring period, the topic of air pollution, or smog, is widely discussed in the media. Many of us complain of respiratory problems or coughing attacks when we are outdoors on days...
Mastodynia - what is it?
It affects many women, although most do not even realise it. What is mastodynia? How can it be treated? Is it dangerous to health and life?
Oestrogens may protect women against influenza
The human body has many different mechanisms to defend itself against various microorganisms, such as the immune system. Increasingly, however, it is becoming apparent that factors that we do not...
Wishes for Women's Day
Dear female users, on this special day for all women, we would like to wish you all the best.
Botox and pregnancy and breastfeeding
Botox is primarily known for its use in correcting wrinkles. However, botulinum toxin has far more applications - it is used to treat hyperhidrosis, among other things. Before any such treatment, it...
Endothelial neoplasia of the vulva
Non-cancerous conditions of the vulva are, from a medical point of view, conditions that precede cancerous lesions. Clinically, there are two forms: vulvar endothelial neoplasia of the uVIN type...
Why should female gynaecologists be visited by patients of all ages?
A gynaecologist is a doctor who deals with problems of the female reproductive organs and should be visited by patients of all ages. Young women, for example, can be advised by the gynaecologist on...
Intimate infections - treatment and prevention
Intimateinfections are most commonly associated with the result of sexual contact with casual partners. However, this is not the only cause - intimate infections can occur as a result of past...
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,...
Vaccination against H. pyloriV and fertility
Vaccination has long been a rather controversial topic - despite its proven efficacy, there is still a growing number of opponents to vaccination. Of great interest in recent years is vaccination...
Vaginosis - causes, symptoms, treatment
Vaginosis, or bacterial vaginitis, is an infectious condition. Other names by which the disease is known are gardenella vaginalis and BV. This bacterial condition is caused by a proliferation of...
What is HELLP syndrome?
HELLP syndrome is considered to be one of the extremely serious life-threatening conditions for patients. HELLP usually occurs in pregnant women, but can also be an obstetric complication or occur as...
Osteoporosis - did you know that despite your best efforts, you could now be robbed?
When you went on holiday, you secured your home, your flat, your valuables. Did you know that despite your efforts, you could now be robbed? Osteoporosis is such a silent thief, it can rob your bones...
All about Kegel muscles
The pelvic floor muscles, commonly known as the Kegel muscles, are an extremely important batch of muscles in a woman's body. Until recently, very little has been said about them - usually touching...
