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WOMEN'S CARE
What Is a Healthy Weight for Women?
What is a healthy weight for women? Fine tune your body mass index (BMI) and decide if you’re within a good range by measuring your waist and elbow bone.
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WOMEN'S CARE
Low Estrogen Symptoms
When estrogen decreases due to menopause, surgery, or other conditions, low estrogen symptoms can affect weight, mood, sexual desire, bone health, and more.
Category,
WOMEN'S CARE
Osteoporosis Risk Factors
Knowing your osteoporosis risk factors, how to prevent osteoporosis, and the signs and symptoms of osteoporosis can help you take action to keep your bones strong.
8 Little Known Breast Cancer Facts
Among the important facts: There are now almost 3 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.
Symptoms of Ovarian Cysts
Ovarian cysts are common and may not cause symptoms. However, pain and other symptoms of ovarian cysts may indicate a problem needing medical attention.
Breast Implant Cancer Risk
Textured breast implants are linked to lymphoma. If you have these implants, learn about breast implant cancer risk to protect your health.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Symptoms
Pelvic inflammatory disease can be caused by untreated sexually transmitted diseases. Learn more about pelvic inflammatory disease symptoms.
Perimenopause Symptoms
Several years before menopause, women enter perimenopause as estrogen levels decrease. Perimenopause symptoms can include hot flashes, sleep problems, and more.
Birth Control Side Effects
Here's everything you need to know about birth control side effects. Remember that for more than 50 years, millions of women have used the pill safely.
The Pros and Cons of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Hormone replacement therapy is a judgment call — it raises your risk of breast cancer but can make menopause bearable. Take it only as long as you must.
Bacterial Vaginosis
A vaginal discharge and itching are signs of bacterial vaginosis (BV). Learn the health consequences of this condition and why you should not ignore it.
Painful Sex After Menopause
Painful sex after menopause is common among women who find that their vaginas become dryer. But painful sex crops up at all ages and under many circumstances.
Home Remedies for Yeast Infections
Are there home remedies for yeast infections? Research shows that some home treatments can help, but you should talk to your doctor first. Learn more here.