Almost every woman has, at one time or another, felt so fatigued she wanted to cry. But for some women, and for a variety of reasons – including menopause, caring for a newborn, working odd hours, chronic anxiety, and poverty, to name only a few – fatigue is a constant,
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has seemingly become more and more common and is cause for concern because it can cause great difficulty with weight loss and fertility. First diagnosed in the 1930s as Stein-Leventhal Syndrome, PCOS is a prevalent condition affecting adolescent girls and young women. No probable cause of
Another year, another “I’m going to lose weight” resolution. Returning the gift of holiday weight gain can be a true challenge for most of us. This is why it’s important to try to avoid getting a holiday weight package in the first place! There’s no benefit to approaching the New
It’s a new year and a perfect time to take an overall assessment of your health. Here are 12 months of healthy habits to keep you healthy year-round. January – Check Your Numbers More than just knowing your weight or height (which is important), you need to keep track of
You may have heard of a friend or family member who has undergone a hysterectomy because they were facing some health problem with their womb or reproductive organs. But what exactly is a hysterectomy? A hysterectomy is a surgical operation performed by a gynecologist that involves removing the uterus. It
Obesity, defined as an abnormal accumulation of body fat, is determined based on body mass index or BMI. Rising cases of obesity in the U.S. are leading to many health problems. Obese individuals might be prone to health risks like cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, certain types of ulcers and
When it comes to living a healthy life, those small habits can add up to something more significant over time. This can go both ways. Just as healthy habits can strengthen your health, unhealthy habits can weaken you and make you more vulnerable to disease. Consider developing these healthy habits.
Stay cool. Hot flashes can make you uncomfortable and disrupt your sleep. Reduce them by limiting triggers like alcohol and caffeine. Dress in layers and keep a fan next to your bed. Manage stress. Stress can aggravate hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause. Meditate daily and think positive. Lose
Dr. Drai is a highly respected, board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist, a nationally-recognized author, speaker, consultant, and go-to media expert on women’s health and transgender health issues.
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