January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month every year world over to remind us ladies about the importance of getting health checks to protect ourselves from HPV (human papillomavirus) and cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the world, however it is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer with […]
Women’s Health
Hirsutism in teens: A hairy situation
Hirsutism is a condition of unwanted, male-pattern hair growth in women. Hirsutism results in excessive amounts of dark, coarse hair on body areas where men typically grow hair — face, chest, and back. However, hirsutism is a medical condition that can arise from excess male hormones called androgens, primarily testosterone. It can also be due […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Diet – Do’s and Dont’s
PCOS is a disturbance of metabolic function, which may present with any of the following features: Irregular or no periods Subfertility Acne and greasy skin Abnormal body hair PCOS is characterized by excess production of male hormones, hormonal imbalance and/or impaired glucose tolerance. On pelvic ultrasound, ovaries will appear enlarged with multiple small follicular cysts. […]
Myths and Facts about PCOS .
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which there are numerous little cysts in the ovaries. These cysts can influence a woman’s fertility since they disturb hormone cycles. Normally women with PCOS have low levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and an abnormal amount of androgens (male hormones). I would know if I had […]
Ways to detect Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a form of cancer that develops from the breast tissue. It is mostly found in women, however, can be diagnosed in men too. Know symptoms and signs of breast cancer include: Nipple discharge or retraction of the nipple Enlargement of one breast, dimpling of the breast surface An “orange peel” texture to the skin Unintentional […]