Articles related to "Gynecology"

Transvaginal ultrasound allows for a more detailed examination of the uterus and ovaries.

Each month, the female reproductive organs work together to prepare for pregnancy.

Understanding the menstrual cycle is helpful in planning for pregnancy and noticing when a health problem may exist.

A pessary is a medicated solid form inserted into the vagina or urethra that aids women's health, particularly gynecological conditions.

Atrophic Vaginitis is when the vagina becomes inflamed and dry. It occurs during different phases of the menstrual cycle, and menopause. We look at causes and treatments.

Research indicates that a healthy pregnancy diet, including key nutrients and minerals, may prevent the onset of preeclampsia.

Studies show Reflexology may be helpful in the battle against mood swings, bloating, sleepless nights and cravings that come with PMS.

Following a strict exercise regimen helps in keeping blood sugar levels under control. Exercise burns calories and improves the insulin production.

Crude by today's standards, the physicians of Ancient Egypt were nevertheless revolutionary in their study of the human anatomy and the healing of illness and disease.

Epidural analgesia is standard pain management for 66% of mothers giving birth in U.S. hospitals. Women are often not told about all the side effects.

Many women experience severe cramping called dysmenorrhea; it is the leading reason to miss school or work.

Amniocentesis pertains to the accumulation and analytic thinking of an amnionic fluid sample.

The Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System provides certain qualified individuals with a wide range of benefits.

A common treatment for preterm labor is to recommend bed rest for the duration of the pregnancy. Recent findings question whether or not bed rest stops labor.

PMS symptoms can be debilitating in some women, but there's evidence that calcium supplementation may help to relieve PMS naturally.

Reflexology research studies help to support the many claims and benefits of this healing art.

The annual Holistic World Expo promotes the integration of mind, body and soul to improve health and well being. This year's speakers include Dr Laura Berman.

Overweight women produce too much estrogen which throws off their monthly cycle. Losing as little as 10 pounds can improve an irregular menstrual cycle.

Effective exercise during pregnancy can greatly improve the experience of child birth and help speed up the recovery back to your normal weight, post pregnancy.

There is a growing abundance of ultrasound technician jobs due to the aging of the population and chances in medical technology.

Experts agree that routine inductions and cesareans are often unnecessary and preventable. Here is how one hospital made a difference.

New research shows that stripping or sweeping membranes does not induce labor or reduce the mother's chance of going past her due date.

Another position in the health care field which is expected to grow faster than others is the Physician Assistant.

Researchers at Harvard School of Public Health found that trans-fats found in cakes, biscuits and processed foods can make you infertile.

In about 1/2 to 3 percent of all pregnancies, the umbilical cord of a fetus develops abnormalities such as outpockets or growths called umbilical cord cysts.

The number of labor inductions are on the rise today despite increasing evidence that they increase the number of cesareans and complications for the baby.

Abortionist Pierre Jean-Jacques Renelique's medical license is revoked by the Florida Board of Medicine, Friday, February 6, 2009.

Previous studies have shown that 300 mg. of caffeine a day can increase risk of miscarriage. A new study shows this to be true even at 200 mg. per day.

The condition of hypothyroidism is potentially more damaging than levothyroxine treatment during pregnancy.

An experienced and reputable attorney is a valuable tool in the adoption process. Learn what to look for in an adoption lawyer and how to select one.

A football coach, a dermatologist and medical school administrators landed on the top of a list of most-compensated employees at private colleges.

With all the usual parenting issues swirling around teens and young adults, here's a new concern: the H1N1 swine flu vaccine. Experts say kids under 25 ought to get it.

Danazol is a medicine that depresses estrogen amounts and increases androgenic hormone amounts.

Consumers should expect that their place of birth and medical care providers practice evidence-based medicine. What interventions should be avoided and what helps?

Ectopic, or tubal pregnancy occurs when an embryo grows in the fallopian tube instead of in the uterus. Ectopic pregnancy can be dangerous and needs expert treatment.

Pelvic endometriosis can cause severe pain as well as problems with infertility. Laparoscopy for endometriosis treats infertility and decreases pain from endometriosis.

The number of mothers who choose an epidural during labor might surprise you. Some regions report as high as a 90% epidural rate in the local hospitals.

Side effects from an epidural include a drop in the mother's blood pressure and having more difficulty pushing. Find out how to prevent epidural complications.

Epidural analgesia often adds other medical interventions into the picture. Are there ways for mothers to use an epidural but avoid some of the pitfalls?

Women in Ancient Egypt were able to study and practice medicine alongside the men. Female physicians in Egypt were among the most respected in Egyptian history.

Learn about this form of Reflexology that works the maps of the feet, hands, and ears in a full session.

Pastor Steven L. Anderson started his Tempe, Arizona based Faithful Word Baptist Church on Christmas Day of 2005. Anderson is also the face of hatred and bigotry.

A Japanese company found that L-theanine in the form of the patented Suntheanine® reduces physical, mental and social symptoms of PM

A definition of gestational diabetes, how it is diagnosed, the treatments and the complications that can occur if the disease is left uncontrolled.

The clear evidence on episiotomies shows that they often cause more harm than good, so why do care providers still perform them? How you can avoid an episiotomy?

Becoming a geneticist in the US usually requires a bachelor's degree and a graduate degree, though the route will depend on the candidate's potential area of work.

A gynecologist is one of the primary providers in a woman's healthcare team. Selecting one should be a thoughtful process, taking several factors into consideration.

Hysteroscopy is helpful in determining the causes of infertility, recurrent miscarriage and abnormal uterine bleeding. It may also be used to treat these conditions.

The statistics of successful VBAC's have drastically decreased in the last 10 years. Current research shows the latest about the safety of VBAC vs. repeat cesarean.

Nursing is the largest healthcare occupation in the USA. There is also a massive shortage for specialty nurses such as a certified midwife who can earn in excess of 75K.