Women's Health (59 results)
A woman's body is just as intriguing as it is complex. Here, you will learn about the anatomy, functions, and systems of a woman's body, detailed with labeled medical illustrations and simple definitions.
A healthy woman is one who learns ways to prevent disease, as well as care for a problem if one does arise. Learn more about your body and ways to keep it healthy, including monitoring breast health and gynecological health, as well as heart health and mental health.
Many different diseases and conditions affecting women require the clinical care of a health care provider. Knowledge of a condition's symptoms, risk factors, prevention approaches, diagnostic tests/procedures, and available treatment options all help a woman make more informed health care choices.
One thing is sure, throughout their adult years, women will have continually changing medical needs.
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Most people who have colorectal cancer are older than 50. This type of cancer is also associated with a diet high in fat and calories and low in fiber.
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Detailed information on type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes, including causes, symptoms, complications, risk factors, and treatment
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A heart attack occurs when the blood supply is cut off from the heart muscle, usually because of a blood clot. Without blood and oxygen, the muscle cells are damaged and die.
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Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. Different portions of the uterus, as well as other organs, may be removed at the same time.
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Many different factors and problems can cause infertility, including problems in the female reproductive system, the male reproductive system, or a combination of the two.
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Detailed information on skin cancer, including causes, risk factors, prevention, types, and how to perform a skin self-examination
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Breast Health
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Breast development occurs in distinct stages throughout a woman's life, first before birth, and again at puberty and during the childbearing years. Changes also occur to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause.
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Common Breast Conditions
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Menopause
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There are many different considerations a woman needs to take as she approaches menopause. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Mental Health
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There are many mental health conditions that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Osteoporosis
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Many factors involving osteoporosis require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the factors, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Urinary Conditions
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Many disorders of the urinary system require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Sports Injuries
(9 results)
Many sports injuries require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Gynecological Concerns
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Menstrual Conditions
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Gynecologic Inflammations and Infections
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