Venereal diseases in men - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Venereal diseases, we call those that are transmitted sexually. As statistics show, the number of infected people is increasing every year. Not everyone is aware that both anal and oral intercourse...
Dangerous endometriosis or what could be wrong with me?
Endometriosis is a common benign gynaecological condition. It is characterised by the presence of active endometrial structures outside the uterine cavity. It is characterised by a slow progression.
ZIKV virus- a new threat!
The first reports of the Zika virus (ZIKV) date back more than 70 years. They concerned monkeys living in the African area. Today, the virus is emerging again, but is transmitted by mosquitoes. At...
Hashimoto's disease and its ambiguous symptoms
To this day, we do not know where Hashimoto's disease really comes from. The 'causative' factors responsible for the sudden development of this condition are still being searched for.
The vaginal ecosystem and its imbalances
Maintaining the physiological microflora of the vaginal environment is an important element in the prevention of infections of the female reproductive organs. This article presents the basic...
Ovarian pain - what could it be?
Ovarian pain is an unpleasant stabbing or expanding sensation in the lower abdomen.
Does oestrogen have an antiviral effect?
Recent scientific reports show that oestrogen (a hormone important not only for women but also for men) has an antiviral effect against type A viruses.
Endometrial hyperplasia - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The endometrium, is the mucous membrane of the uterus, which is referred to by some as the 'lining'. It is characteristic of mammals. It is characterised by a very high sensitivity to various types...
HIV infections in pregnant women - exclusions or diagnosis
Sex is an essential part of everyone's life. We all want to be healthy and, importantly, we want our offspring to be healthy too. However, we do not realise that diseases, especially sexually...
National Programme for HIV Prevention and AIDS Control
HIV, the human immunodeficiency virus, belongs to the retrovirus family and attacks predominantly T-lymphocytes. Currently, two types of HIV have been described, i.e. HIV-1 and HIV-2. This virus is...
Testing a pregnant woman for HIV - is it necessary?
Pregnancy is a special period in a woman's life. Already at the very beginning, a number of tests are carried out in order to detect possible illnesses not only for the baby, but also for the mother.
What is HCV and how do we become infected with it?
HCV, from Hepatitis C Virus, is categorised as a hepatotropic virus that leads to hepatitis C. It is referred to by doctors and scientists as the 'silent killer'.
Ways to treat stretch marks during pregnancy and after childbirth
Scientific studies and observations show that pregnancy is the main cause of stretch marks in women. Every month, as our baby grows, stretch marks appear on the abdomen or thighs. For many women,...
Vaginal dryness is an intractable problem that is affecting younger and younger women
Vaginal dryness is an intractable problem that affects increasingly younger women. How does this physical discomfort affect psychological comfort?
Tumours of the endometrium
Tumours that locate within the uterine corpus most commonly affect perimenopausal women. This is related to the effects of oestrogen, In addition, there are many risk factors, including obesity.
Cytology examination
Cytology is a diagnostic method used to detect precancerous lesions and cancer of the cervix. The examination involves collecting material in the form of exfoliated cervical epithelium after...
Uterine adiposity and anteflexion what is it?
A routine examination at the gynaecologist's surgery may end with unexpected information regarding the diagnosis of retroverted or anterior tilted uterus.
Uterine diverticulum - a dangerous condition?
It is often difficult to diagnose. In order for the doctor to be able to inform the woman being examined that she has what is known as uterine bicornuation, it is essential that the uterus is...
Urinary incontinence part 2
Urinary incontinence is a fairly common problem in peri-menopausal women. A distinction is made between stress or urgency incontinence. This symptom is always a cause of great discomfort for the...
Will there be an AIDS vaccine?
AIDS is an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The disease is caused by the HIV virus. The search for an AIDS vaccine is still ongoing.
