WOMEN'S HEALTH

Common Problems and diseases suffered by women’s –

• Premenstrual syndrome

It is probably related to the changes in hormone levels that occur before menstruation. Some physical and emotional changes often seen are –

• Anxiety
• Abdominal swelling
• Bloating
• Constipation
• Depression
• Fatigue
• Weight gain
• Headaches
• Irritability
• Inability to concentrate
• Mood swings
• Swollen hands and feet
• Tenderness of the breasts

Dietary modifications can help improve problems such as water retention, sleeplessness and food cravings. Reduce or avoid intake of caffeine, salt, refined sugars and fats. Regular exercise can assist relieve tension, raise mood and recover alertness.

• Vaginal infections -

Most general causes of vaginal infections are yeast, bacteria and fungus.

Some ways to avoid such type of infections are:

• Avoid tight outfits
• Avoid wearing pantyhose or other synthetic materials body touching.
• Avoid repeated use of feminine hygiene sprays and taking bubble baths
• Avoid eating too much of antibiotics as they can disturb the balance of normal bacteria in the vagina.
• Change sanitary napkins frequently and limit their use as much as possible.

 

• Urine Leakage -

Some possible causes of this problem are:

• Blocked urethra due to an enlarged prostate
• Constipation
• Certain muscles Weakness
• Due to some kind of surgeries
• Effects of medications
• Nerves or muscles Diseases or disorders
• Urinary tract or vaginal infections

Get comprehensive medical examinations by your doctor who may forward you to a physician specializing in the dealing of incontinence, such as urologist or a gynecologist.

Some more Women Health related problems are -

• Infertility
• Heart Disease
• High risk pregnancies
• Breast cancer