About Women's Health: Women More Likely To Die From Heart Attacks

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Women More Likely To Die From Heart Attacks A French study has found that women are more likely to die during the month following a heart attack than men. According to the study, women are far less likely... Read more Colon Cancer Screening Month March is Colon Cancer Screening Month. The most common test for screening for colon cancer is the colonoscopy. You've probably heard that a colonoscopy is a horrible test. The fact... Read more What Really Happens In Those 28 Days The timing and amount of blood flow you experience during your monthly menstrual cycle depends on the coordinated performance of your endocrine glands, which produce the hormones necessary for menstruation to occur when pregnancy does not. What they do affects what happens in your reproductive organs. Learn what to expect during your menstrual cycle. Help For Painful Periods If you are like most women, you have probably experienced menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) at one time or another. For some women, menstrual cramps are debilitating, while others experience only mild discomfort during their period. Find out what causes painful menstrual periods, and learn what you can do to reduce the pain. Women's Health Ads Coronary Health Heart Disease Health Women Health Center Womans Women Health Fair Featured Articles Fitness, Weight Loss, Exercise, and Women Pregnancy Teen Health Issues for Girls Women's Mental Health Women and Cancer Women's Health Glossary   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement

About Women's Health: STDs - What You Should Know

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Should I Be Tested For STDs? Wondering whether you have a sexually transmitted disease or STD can be an extremely stressful event. It's often easy to confuse the symptoms of STDS with other vaginal infections such as bacterial vaginosis or vaginal yeast infections, making it urgent that you consult with your gynecologists anytime you are unsure about reproductive health issues. What Should I Know About STDs? Everyone, young or old, rich or poor, sexually active or not, needs to know a few important facts about sexually transmitted diseases. It's particularly important that, if we are parents, we spend time throughout our children's lives discussing these issues in an age-appropriate manner. What Are The Consequences Of STDs? There are several consequences of having sexually transmitted diseases. Find out what can happen if STDs are not treated promptly. Making Safe Sexual Choices Many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are out there, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV/AIDS. Considering that 15.3 million new cases of STDs are diagnosed each year, it is extremely important for you and your partner to protect yourselves. Women's Health Ads Women Health Center Health Mid Life Health Womans Health Care Woman Clinic Featured Articles Women's Health and Beauty Issues Menstruation Birth Control Heart Health for Women Menopause Sexual Health Issues   More from About.com Disney Trip Planner Everything you need to plan the perfect Disney vacation -- from when to go and what to do, to saving money and picking a hotel. More > Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement

About Women's Health: Ovaries 101 - Cancer, PCOS, Cysts

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Ovarian Cancer - The Silent Killer Ovarian cancer is often called the "silent" killer because many times there are no symptoms until the disease has progressed to an advanced stage. One-third of American women will get some form of cancer in their lifetime and approximately one and one half percent of those cases will be cancer involving one or both ovaries. What Is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome? Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects an estimated seven percent of all women. It is the most common hormonal disorder among women. According to experts, the actual number of women affected by PCOS may be as high as one out of ten simply because so many cases remain undiagnosed. Things You Should Know About Ovarian Cysts Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs, similar to blisters, that are common among women during their reproductive years. They form on the ovaries, the almond-sized organs on each side of the uterus. Most types of ovarian cysts are harmless and go away without any treatment. Ovary 101 The ovaries are magnificent glands which are part of the female reproductive system. The ovaries are about the size and shape of an almond and sit just above the fallopian tubes -- one ovary on each side of the uterus. Every month during ovulation, either the right or left ovary produces a single mature egg for fertilization. Learn about the diseases and conditions that affect your ovaries. Women's Health Ads Women 'S Health Sexual Health Ovarian Cyst Signs Health Stores Cysts on Ovaries Featured Articles Do I Have PMS? Why Is My Period Late? Understanding Menstruation Help For Painful Periods Bleeding Between Periods Decisions - Tampons Or Pads?   More from About.com Share Your Dog's Tale Share your tale of what it's like to live with a specific breed of dog - or even a mutt. Your submission will help prospective owners decide what dog breed is right for them. More > Reader's Choice Tech Awards Learn what apps, smartphones, email clients, and more were chosen by About.com readers as their favorites. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   More About Your Ovaries 3 Symptoms That May Mean Ovarian Cancer Tests For Ovarian Cancer Painful Ovulation Advertisement

About Women's Health: Is This Perimenopause?

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health The Signs and Symptoms Of Perimenopause Perimenopause is the ten to fifteen years before menopause occurs. Menopause officially occurs when you have not had a period for one year. The average age women experience menopause is fifty-one; however, this is only an average which means many women experience menopause several years earlier and later. The best way to determine when you might experience menopause is to know when your own mother went through menopause. Does Perimenopause Mean Mood Swings? Many factors may influence your mood during perimenopause. The cause of perimenopausal mood changes is a topic of debate among researchers. Some believe the decreased amount of estrogen produced during perimenopause triggers brain changes that cause depression. Is Irregular Bleeding Normal During Perimenopause? While it's normal to experience irregular bleeding during perimenopause, it's important to understand that not all menstrual problems are caused by perimenopause or menopause. There are several things that can cause abnormal bleeding. What Can I Do To Prevent The Symptoms Of Perimenopause? Preventing and reducing the symptoms of perimenopause is easier than you might think when you have a clear picture of your monthly cycle and symptoms. Buy a journal, or use a calendar to record your symptoms throughout the month. Women's Health Ads Weight Gain Women Woman Health Issues Women News Health Department of Health Featured Articles Women's Health and Beauty Issues Menstruation Birth Control Heart Health for Women Menopause Sexual Health Issues   More from About.com Managing Dog Behavior Problems Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More > Join About.com's User Panel! We are always looking for ways to understand our users and make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. We invite you to become a member of our user panel and provide us with your feedback by periodically completing online questionnaires. Your participation will go a long way to help us understand how people like you use the internet and how we can best meet your needs. We need you to answer just a few questions about yourself, but all responses will be kept strictly confidential and will only be used for research purposes. More > This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement