Articles Index

Vaginal Infections and Other Concerns

A look at the most common vaginal infections. Covers causes and symptoms of the most common vaginal infections, and includes diagnosis and treatment information.

Aging Eyes - Vision Problems - Presbyopia - Floaters - Dry Eyes - Tearing - Cata

Discover the affects of aging on your eyes. Do you suddenly find yourself holding things at arms length just so you can read? Find out why and learn what you can do to protect and treat vision conditions as you get older.

Vaginitis

Vaginitis is a condition that occurs usually as the result of having one of the three most common vaginal infections and diseases Learn about the causes of vaginitis, as well as the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Abnormal Pap Smear Tests

Abnormal Pap smears do not always indicate cervical cancer. Find out what the terms used to describe abnormal Pap smear test results mean.

Hot Flashes

Hot flashes are one of the most bothersome symptoms of menopause. Discover how to end hot flashes for good.

Vaginal Yeast Infections

Vaginal yeast infections cause a variety of symptoms. Find out about the causes, symptoms, diagnois, treatment, and prevention of vaginal yeast infections.

Hysterectomy

Have you been told you need a hysterectomy? Learn why hysterectomy is performed, and discover the various types of hysterectomy available.

Vulvodynia

Answers to your questions about vulvodynia with Phyllis Mate of the National Vulvodynia Association. Explore causes of vulvodynia, as well as symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Menstrual Cramps: Help For Painful Periods

Menstrual cramps cause painful periods for many women. Learn how to cope with menstrual cramps through self help tips and advice.

Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections or UTI are common among women. Learn about the causes and symptoms of urinary tract infections, and well as diagnostic procedures used for detection of UTI.

Bleeding Between Periods

Do you experience bleeding or spotting between periods? A number of things may cause midcyle bleeding. Discover why you may have uterine bleeding between menstrual periods.

Rohypnol : The Date Rape Drug

The date rape drug - Rohypnol - is explored with answers to frequently asked questions. Learn how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of the date rape drug, and find out what to do if you have been raped.

The Menstrual Cycle

A primer on the menstrual cycle. Covers hormones and the menstrual cycle, as well as the biology behind monthly menstruation.

Vaginal Itching

A look at causes for vaginal itching with suggestions for self-help and other treatments.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis, or bone loss, frequently occurs during menopause. Find out how to lower your risk of osteoporosis, and learn about treatments for bone loss.

Vaginal Douching - To Douche or Not to Douche - The Douche Debate Continues

Is vaginal douching a good thing? Learn the facts about the pros and cons of vaginal douches.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain can sometime be difficult to diagnose. Learn about the causes of chronic and acute pelvic pain.

Sebaceous Cysts

Sebaceous cysts are small bumps or lumps that occur just beneath the skin surface. The causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments of sebaceous cysts are explained.

Hair Loss in Women

Hair loss in women is explained including the role of hormones. Covers treatment options, and causes of loss of hair or thinning hair in women.

Indoor Tanning Booths

Everyone loves a great tan, but is indoor tanning safe? Learn the facts about indoor tanning booths.

Lupron Depot

Has your doctor suggested Lupron injections? Discover the facts about Lupron from benefits to side effects.

High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure often occurs without any symptoms. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of high blood pressure

Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is a scary diagnosis. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of ovarian cancer.

The Tampon Debate

Tampon safety has long been a controversial topic. While tampons offer secure comfort during menstruation, do dioxins, chlorine bleaching, rayon, and the risk of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) pose a serious health risk to women who use tampons? Discover the truth about tampon safety.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy affects women in some uniquely female ways. Find out how epilepsy affects fertility, hormones, and other reproductive conditions in women.