Women

Does Your Moisturizing Creme Contain Estrogen?

by Kristie Leong MD, Dec 23, 2008

A new study shows that many common moisturizing products contain estrogen, a hormone associated with an increased risk of breast cancer.

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Saunas and Steam Rooms: Are They Safe During Pregnancy?

by Kristie Leong MD, Dec 23, 2008

The issue of using steam rooms and saunas during pregnancy has been widely debated. Is this practice safe?

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How to Treat Painful Sexual Intercourse?

by lizzieelzingre, Dec 21, 2008

Almost every disease to which the sexual organs are liable can cause Dyspareunia or painful sexual intercourse. Approximately 15% of women have chronic Dyspareunia not understood, infrequently cured, highly problematic, and distressing.

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The Stressed-Out Woman

by bloggergal, Dec 21, 2008

The differences between the perception of men and women can be seen at doctors offices. Women are viewed as being neurotic, stressed, and overtired when they go to the doctor and, hence, not taken seriously. Men, on the other hand, are viewed as being serious about their condition.

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Amniocentesis: Prenatal Screening

by swatilohani, Dec 18, 2008

If you wish to screen your coming baby against some genetic diseases, your gynecologist may give you a go ahead for amniocentesis. In developing countries, it is illegally being used for sex prediction purposes and aborting the girl fetuses indiscriminately.

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What May Be Causing Your Abdominal Bulge After Pregnancy

by Kristie Leong MD, Dec 16, 2008

If you've been pregnant recently and have a "pot belly", it may not be excess fat. It could be abdominal wall diastasis. Here's what you need to know.

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