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 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...
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.
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.
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...
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.
Sex after stoma
Many women have serious problems during intercourse after stoma surgery. This problem can also affect men.
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...
Diet of breastfeeding women
The correct nutrition of a breastfeeding woman is very important. There are a number of views on proper nutrition for breastfeeding women - some say to eat everything, others to eat only cooked food...
Menstrual cycle - menstruation
Fewer and fewer women know how to calculate the fertile and infertile days in their monthly (menstrual) cycle. They also do not know what happens in their body during the different periods of their...
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...
