Women’s Health

Five Surprising Causes of Post-Menopausal Bleeding That Aren’t Cancer
Women's Health

Five Surprising Causes of Post-Menopausal Bleeding That Aren’t Cancer

Frederick Friedman Jr, MD | September 14, 2018

Any bleeding after your periods have stopped should be taken seriously, but most causes aren’t life-threatening and can be treated.

Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch
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Cured! Recurring Yeast Infection—and that Awful Vaginal Itch

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | June 30, 2018

Cecilia’s discomfort from her chronic vaginal itch, burning and discharge made it hard to enjoy life. Here’s the natural protocol that solved it.

Why Is My Hair Falling Out? The Root Cause of Female Hair Loss
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Why Is My Hair Falling Out? The Root Cause of Female Hair Loss

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | April 7, 2018

Kerry came in complaining of hair loss, but she’d also gained weight, suffered from constipation, exhaustion and poor sleep. Natural cures to the rescue!

Bone Health After Menopause
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Bone Health After Menopause

Holly Lucille | March 2, 2017

One of the lesser known symptoms of menopause is changes in a woman’s bone health. Holly Lucille, ND, RN, women’s…

The Embarrassing Symptom No Woman Should Ignore
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The Embarrassing Symptom No Woman Should Ignore

January 18, 2016

Chances are, you already know the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), which apply to both men and women—snoring, snorting,…

Chiropractic Cure for Breast Pain
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Chiropractic Cure for Breast Pain

Mikell Suzanne Parsons, DC, CCN | January 28, 2014

Sure, you head for the chiropractor when your back is out of whack or your neck needs a good crack.…

Soothing Vaginal Steam Bath
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Soothing Vaginal Steam Bath

Laurie Steelsmith, ND, LAc | November 1, 2013

An unusual form of gynecological health treatment is "gathering steam" around the country—pelvic steam baths, also known by the catchier…

The Problem with Panty Liners
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The Problem with Panty Liners

Cherie A. LeFevre, MD | June 5, 2013

Q: I heard that wearing panty liners can cause irritation to the genitals. Is this true? A: Yes, especially if…

Help for Fibrocystic Breast Disease
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Help for Fibrocystic Breast Disease

Mark A. Stengler, NMD | June 5, 2013

It is extremely common for a woman who feels a lump in her breast to suspect the worst -- only…

Robotic Hysterectomy Costs More…But Is It Any Better?
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Robotic Hysterectomy Costs More…But Is It Any Better?

Jason Wright, MD | May 21, 2013

Many women who need hysterectomies are told that robotic-assisted surgery—the newest way to surgically remove the uterus—has numerous advantages over…

Calcifications in Breast May Signal Heart Disease
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Calcifications in Breast May Signal Heart Disease

Paul Dale, MD | September 4, 2012

Mammogram Results Can Predict Risk of Stroke, Heart Disease and More Calcium can be confusing. On the one hand, we…

The Heart Disease Tests That Work Best for Women
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The Heart Disease Tests That Work Best for Women

Nieca Goldberg, MD | August 29, 2012

Heart disease can sound so ominous that many women assume they have nothing to worry about if they are not…

What’s Making Your Periods So Heavy?
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What’s Making Your Periods So Heavy?

Linda D. Bradley, MD | August 29, 2012

Have your periods gotten so heavy that you now worry about where you sit for fear of leakage? Are you…

The Belly Button Hysterectomy: Safer…and Scar-Free
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The Belly Button Hysterectomy: Safer…and Scar-Free

R. Craig McClelland, MD | March 23, 2012

When I proposed doing an article on surgical procedures that were less invasive than the traditional abdominal incision approach to…

Could You Have a Hidden Hernia?
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Could You Have a Hidden Hernia?

Shirin Towfigh, MD | January 5, 2012

Imagine living for years with debilitating pelvic pain that often worsens when you exercise, stand for a while or bend…