A new test has been developed in order to examine the major areas of the sentinel lymph node. Sentinel lymph node is the first place where there breast cancer mostly spread. Through this test the risk of multiple surgeries that one has to undergo once the cancer has spread can be reduced. The sentinel node [...]
Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone is the generic name of Tilia Fe. It is a combination of female hormones that prevent ovulation. This medicine causes changes in the cervix mucus and uterine lining that makes it hard for sperm to reach the uterus. Sperm cells will have difficulty reaching the egg attached to the uterus. It [...]
It doesn’t show any symptoms until in the later stages. In some cases, it is painless, which is the saddest part because it escapes from being detected thus, until too much harm is already caused. Never think that you can’t get breast cancer, for anyone can get it, no matter your age or genetics, [...]
Vaginal dryness and itching is a common complaint of women during menopause. This problem interferes with sexual pleasure and sometimes is a source of general discomfort. A primary cause is the lower level of estrogen in your body. However, don’t rule out other possible causes such as medications and lack of sexual arousal. The guidelines [...]
In 2006, results from the world’s largest low fat diet project were published (see reference at end). This was a US government-funded study of 48,835 postmenopausal women in a multicenter prospective, randomized clinical trial known as the Women’s Health Initiative Randomized Controlled Dietary Modification Trial.  The study was conducted from 1993 to 2005 at 40 [...]
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder associated with the endocrine system. It is a common hormonal disorder that affects almost one in ten women. The syndrome is usually characterized by the development of small cysts in the ovaries (polycystic ovaries) and hormonal imbalance. However, some cysts may be present in women without polycystic ovarian [...]
One glass of wine pr day increases you chance for breast cancer Two big glasses of red wine a day will increase the risk of breast cancer with 50%, one glass will increase it with 32 %. This is according to American researchers just recently published. Data from a larger research and investigation [...]
To date, the most powerful of these natural products seem to be those that include phytoestrogens plant-based substances containing plant hormones or hormone precursors. These natural plant estrogens are called “phytoestrogens.” They act like your body’s own estrogen and help provide a natural hormone balance. This magic plant contains chemicals called phytoestrogens – natural compounds [...]
When you get breast cancer it not only affects you, but can also affect your family. They may feel like there is nothing that they can do and start to feel helpless about the situation. Having beast cancer can be a shocking experience for everyone involved. You will have to learn how to handle your [...]
Perimenopause. Menopause. Premenstrual syndrome. Estrogen dominance. Osteoporosis. When watching the media these days, there is a good chance you are going to encounter a discussion about one or more of the above women’s health issues. Although these discussions offer much advice, it is often contradictory and debatable. In the following paragraphs, one will discover what [...]