Conditions Treated by Stents
A stent is a small mesh tube and can be used to treat a number of conditions that affect your arteries. Here is a look at some of those specific conditions.
Understanding Stents: 10 Terms to Know
If you have a condition that can be treated with a stent, here are 10 terms you should know to help prepare you for a consultation with your doctor.
Periods: 10 Terms to Know
Surprisingly, many women do not know everything they need to know about their periods. Here are 10 terms you should know when it comes to menstruation.
Understanding Toxic Shock Syndrome
Toxic shock syndrome is a sometimes-fatal condition commonly associated with tampon use. We take a look at what you should know about this serious medical emergency.
Understanding Periods
Periods (also known as menstruation) are a fact of life for more than half the population, but they're still a mystery to some. We take a look at what you need to know about periods.
5 Reasons Your Period is Late
Although the average cycle runs its course over about four weeks, nearly every woman is different—and not every woman has a perfectly regular cycle either. Here is a look at five reasons why your period might be late.
Living With Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is a common issue—but that makes it no less embarrassing or inconvenient for the more than 10 million Americans dealing with it. Here is a look at living with urinary incontinence.
Urinary Incontinence: 10 Terms to Know
If you’re tired of having your life run by your bladder, don’t be afraid to seek help. Here are ten terms to help you get familiar with urinary incontinence.
Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis can be life-threatening, which makes it important to be aware of the signs that a clot has settled in. Here is a look at the signs and symptoms of deep vein thrombosis.
Myths About Binge Eating Disorder
Because binge eating disorder is relatively unknown, there are several misconceptions about this serious condition. We take a look at some myths associated with binge eating disorder.
Uterine Cancer Prognosis
The prognosis for uterine cancer depends greatly upon how early it is diagnosed and treated. We take a look at some statistics surrounding the survival rates for this condition.
Uterine Cancer: 10 Terms to Know
since uterine cancer is not generally regularly screened for, it’s important for women to be educated about it. Here is a look at 10 terms to help you get informed about uterine cancer.