All of us, from time to time, experience what we feel is unusually heavy bleeding during our menstrual periods. Fortunately, most often what we think is abnormal uterine bleeding is not excessive enough to be diagnosed as menorrhagia.
Archive for October, 2009
Top Ten Causes of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding
Friday, October 9th, 2009Calsium Supplements For Woman
Wednesday, October 7th, 2009While we all know that babies and children need calcium for strong, healthy bones and teeth as they grow, a woman’s need for calcium supplements doesn’t stop there. Unfortunately, most do not get the recommended amount of calcium each day.
Vaginal Douching – To Douche or Not to Douche
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009What is a vaginal douche?
A vaginal douche is a process of rinsing or cleaning the vagina by forcing water or another solution into the vaginal cavity to flush away vaginal discharge or other contents. Vaginal douches are available over-the-counter and are made in a variety of fragrances by several manufacturers; they are also available by prescription to treat certain conditions or prepare for certain procedures.
Why Do Some Women Use Vaginal Douches?
Wedding Plans and Health
Monday, October 5th, 2009If wedding plans have you planning for your special day, there are a few things you should do to make sure that you are a healthy bride. While, getting married is a special, exciting, and busy time that most women dream of from the time they are little girls, there is more to getting married than flowers, dresses, and saying “I do.” Before you marry the love of your life, you should have a few health checks to make sure that you are in tiptop shape health wise.
The Signs and Symptoms of Early Pregnancy
Thursday, October 1st, 2009“Am I pregnant?” is probably the most common health question women ask. The signs and symptoms of early pregnancy are easy to recognize, particularly if this is not your first pregnancy. No matter how many times you get pregnant, the signs and symptoms of early pregnancy are the same. However, this does not mean that you will experience every pregnancy the same way. For example, during one pregnancy, you may experience incredible breast pain or nausea and vomiting, while during another pregnancy you might not experience these symptoms at all. The simple fact is that each pregnancy, just like each newborn, is different. So, don’t count on having the same symptoms or the same intensity of symptoms during consecutive pregnancies.