Articles Index
Why Do I Need A Colposcopy?
A colposcopy may be ordered due to abnormal Pap smear results. Learn more about the reasons your doctor may want you to have a colposcopy.
What is ASCUS?
If you've received a report of ASCUS following your Pap smear, you probably have lots of questions. Here's an explanation of what ASCUS is?
How Can I Prevent or Reduce the Symptoms of Perimenopause?
Perimenopause often comes with a number of symptoms from irregular bleeding to hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. Learn ways that you can reduce the severity of perimenopausal symptoms.
Does Perimenopause Cause Mood Changes?
Some of the top perimenopause signs and symptoms include mood changes, depression, and anxiety. Find out what other symptoms you may experience during perimenopause.
What Is The Urinary Tract System?
The urinary tract system is discussed. Learn how the urinary tract system works.
What Is Anemia?
Fatigue is the most common symptom experienced by those who have anemia. Several types of anemia may be diagnosed, and treatment for anemia varies by type and severity.
Why Is Blood Red?
A look at why blood is red. Covers the role of red blood cells in the cells and tissues of your body.
What Is Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type of anemia. Those most affected by iron deficiency anemia include young children, girls who have reached menarche, and women during their reproductive years.
Do Iron Supplements for Anemia Cause Upset Stomach or Constipation?
It has estimated that up to a quarter of anemic people who take iron supplements experience digestive tract side effects with an upset stomach, constipation, or both being most common.
Who Is Most at Risk for Developing Low Iron Anemia?
Generally, women face the greatest risk of developing low iron anemia during their childbearing years from first menstruation until menopause occurs and menstruation ends.
What Are The Symptoms Of Iron Deficiency Anemia?
The most common symptom of iron deficiency anemia is fatigue. Learn about the other symptoms of iron deficiency anemia.
What is Restless Legs Syndrome?
A review of restless legs syndrome or RLS. Covers symptoms of RLS, as well as causes and treatment options.
What Is Restless Legs Syndrome?
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sleep disorder that causes involuntary muscle movement in the legs, usually at night. Restless legs syndrome is most common in older adults.
What Does Cloudy Urine Mean?
Cloudy urine often has an unpleasant odor. Find out what it means when you have cloudy urine.
What Does Orange Urine Mean?
What does it mean if your urine is orange? Should you be alarmed? Find out.
Colposcopy Recovery
Colposcopy recovery is discussed. Find out what to expect after your colposcopy.
What Are The Signs And Symptoms Of Bladder Cancer?
Bladder cancer is a frightening thought. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of bladder cancer.
What Causes Blood In Urine?
If you discover blood in your urine you'll want to know why. Learn about the possible causes of blood in urine.
I've Had A Hysterectomy - Can I Still Get Pregnant?
A reader recently asked if she could get pregnant after having a hysterectomy. Here's my answer to her question.
What Is Functional Incontinence?
A look at the type of urinary incontinence called functional incontinence. Covers causes of functional incontinence.
What Type Of Doctors Diagnose And Treat Urinary Incontinence?
A look at what types of doctors diagnose and treat urinary incontinence.
What Is Transient Incontinence?
A look at the type of urinary incontinence called transient incontinence. Covers causes of transient incontinence.
What Is Overflow Incontinence?
A look at the urinary incontinence called overflow incontinence. Includes causes of overflow incontinence.
Could I Have More Than One Type Of Urinary Incontinence?
How to know if you have more than one type of urinary incontinence, or mixed incontinence.
What Is Overactive Bladder?
A look at overactive bladder. Covers causes and symptoms of overactive bladder.