Women

Women's health concerns, including menopause, diabetes, staying healthy during pregnancy, heart attack, stroke, prevention, wellness & more.

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  • Ill pregnant woman lying on bed

    Dealing With Hep B and C During Pregnancy

    Women who are pregnant and have hepatitis B or C are at risk for passing the virus to their baby…

  • A woman with diabetes pricks her finger to test her insulin level. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly. It causes too much blood glucose (sugar) in the blood.

    Diabetes

    Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly.

  • Middle-aged woman drinks a glass of water in the living room. Diabetes insipidus is a hormone disorder that causes extreme thirst and increased urination. It can be treated with medication.

    Diabetes Insipidus

    Diabetes insipidus is a hormone disorder that causes extreme thirst and increased urination. There is no cure, but it can…

  • gloved hands holding a ketone test strip for a urine analysis

    Diabetic Ketoacidosis

    Diabetic Ketoacidosis is a serious condition related to diabetes and fatal if not properly treated.

  • Image showing normal kidney and one with diabetic nephropathy

    Diabetic Nephropathy

    Diabetic nephropathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the kidneys.

  • Image of a foot massage for diabetic neuropathy

    Diabetic Neuropathy

    Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that happens in people who have diabetes. It can cause changes in…

  • Female doctor holding woman’s hand before a procedure

    Dilation and Curettage (D and C)

    Dilation and curettage (D and C) is a surgical procedure of the uterus.

  • Woman suffering from menstrual cramps holds her stomach while sitting on couch. Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for pain that women have before or during menses (known as their period). It usually is not serious.

    Dysmenorrhea

    What is dysmenorrhea? Dysmenorrhea is the medical term for pain that women have before or during menses (known as their period). It usually is not serious. Symptoms of dysmenorrhea Menstrual cramps can feel like a dull ache or a shooting pain. They most often…

  • Woman holds abdomen in pain. Dyspareunia is painful sex for women. Also, it causes pain during tampon use.

    Dyspareunia

    Dyspareunia is a medical term used to describe painful sex for women.

  • Eating Disorders

    An eating disorder is a mental health condition involving an obsession with food and weight that harms a person’s emotional…

  • Illustration of female reproductive system with a close-up on an embryo developing in the fallopian tube. An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg grows outside the uterus. It can be dangerous to the mother if not treated early enough.

    Ectopic Pregnancy

    An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg grows outside the uterus. It can be dangerous to the mother if…

  • Close-up of a woman’s hands holding a positive pregnancy test. Ending a pregnancy is called induced abortion. The decision can be made for therapeutic or elective reasons.

    Ending a Pregnancy

    Ending a pregnancy is called induced abortion. The decision is made for therapeutic or elective reasons.

  • Illustration of the female reproduction system and a yellow ribbon representing endometriosis

    Endometrial Cancer

    Endometrial cancer occurs in the lining of a woman’s uterus. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this common…

  • Visual difference between a normal endometrium and endometrial hyperplasia

    Endometrial Hyperplasia

    Endometrial hyperplasia is a condition in which the endometrium (lining of the uterus) is abnormally thick. There are four types…

  • Endometriosis

    Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It can be treated with medicine and…

  • doctor speaking to couple sitting at desk

    Evaluating and Treating Infertility

    For couples experiencing infertility, it’s important to evaluate and treat the cause of the problem.

  • Fecal Incontinence

    Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements, leading to stool leaking from the rectum. Many times it is…

  • Woman sitting backwards on the ground showing her bony spinal column. The female athlete triad is a disorder that affects energy levels, menstrual cycles and bone mass. It can cause long-term health problems.

    Female Athlete Triad

    The female athlete triad is a disorder that affects energy levels, menstrual cycles and bone mass. It happens when you…

  • close-up of pregnant woman with her hands on her stomach

    Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)

    Fetal alcohol syndrome is a group of problems occurring in a baby when the mother drinks alcohol while pregnant.

  • Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue. It is a condition that is often misunderstood.

    Fibromyalgia

    Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue.