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...
Sex after stoma
Many women have serious problems during intercourse after stoma surgery. This problem can also affect men.
Endometriosis - what symptoms should we be concerned about?
Endometriosis, or endometrium, lining the uterus from the inside. Many women do not know what symptoms indicate the development of this condition.
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...
Are tampons dangerous?
Two camps have now formed regarding the use of tampons. Those in favour claim that they are convenient, discreet and hygienic. Opponents argue that they can be a danger to a woman's health.
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.
Urinary incontinence part I
Urinary incontinence is a symptom associated with many diseases and defects of the genitourinary system. It most commonly affects postmenopausal women. A distinction is made between urgency and...
Mastectomy
Mastectomy, is the professional name for breast amputation (removal) surgery. The whole breast is removed, together with the nipples and surrounding structures. It is most often performed on patients...
Iron deficiency - causes, symptoms, treatment
After reading this article, ask yourself if you are suffering from iron deficiency? If you have any doubts, take advice from your doctor.
Excess vitamins in the body - causes, symptoms, diagnosis treatment
Everyone wants to look and feel healthy. Therefore, we usually go to the pharmacy and buy the available supplements and minerals. These are different types of tablets to be swallowed, effervescent,...
Return to work after childbirth
For women who were actively working before pregnancy, returning to work is not a major problem. Of course, at first the acclimatisation period will be very difficult, not only because of the stress...
Pubic lice - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Parasitic diseases are still a sanitary and epidemiological problem. Head lice are caused by human arthropod lice. Currently, we can distinguish between head lice (very common in kindergartens,...
Toxic shock syndrome - should you be concerned?
Do you use tampons? Be aware of the risk of toxic shock - a dangerous phenomenon that affects many women.
Hair loss after childbirth
Every woman should take special care of her health and beauty during pregnancy. Our body changes from day to day, as many changes take place in it. Very often mothers-to-be ask their gynaecologist or...
Does HIV penetrate through intact vaginal mucosa?
Research is ongoing to demonstrate the penetration capacity of the HIV virus and how it is contracted.
Chocolate cysts - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Chocolate cysts are benign cystic lesions that develop within the ovaries, in the course of endometriosis - they affect approximately 30% of patients with this condition. They are formed when...
Naboth's cysts - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Naboth cysts also known as retention cysts are benign lesions located within the cervix. They are thought to arise as a consequence of healing of inflammatory lesions of the cervix, in which case the...
Inflammation of the appendages - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Uterine appendages are structures that are functionally and anatomically related to the uterus. Appendages is a very broad term, as the term refers to the fallopian tubes, ovaries and all the tissues...
Reasons for loss or lack of sexual needs
A successful sex life, between two people who love each other, is a very important part of their lives. A situation in which one partner does not feel the need for intimacy in many cases leads to...
