5 Common Causes of Low Libido in Women
If you’re a woman that is struggling to get in the mood for sex, you’re not alone. There are many reasons why you might be battling with low libido, and each of these reasons is valid. It’s normal for women to have varying levels of libido throughout their course of life, and you can expect […]
She Lived for 99 Years with Organs in all the Wrong Places and Never Knew it
On a spring day in 2018, a group of medical students at Portland’s Oregon Health and Science University began preparing a cadaver for what they thought would be a routine dissection to help them learn anatomy. The cadaver was a 99-year-old woman named Rose Marie Bentley who had lived her whole life with organs in […]
It’s Normal For Your Vagina To Change As You Get Older—But These 5 Things Can Age It Faster
Are you ready to confront the naked reality about vagina change? Some small life decisions that you previously thought had no tangible effects could be forcing your vagina to age faster than it should. Before we dig deep into detail, let’s clear the air and define the “aging” term. Here, aging describes the loss of elasticity and […]
Why Do Women Live Longer Than Men?
Statistics suggest that, everywhere around the world, women live longer than men. This is a very interesting trend since women also have higher rates of physical illness and pay more visits to the doctor. So why do women live longer? Are they just more resilient to disease, or is there something else? The answer lies in […]
What Exactly Is Free Bleeding—And Should You Do It?
Free bleeding is exactly what it sounds like; it means forgoing any type of blood collecting product during your period. You may have heard of this trend as its popularity has recently grown; here’s what you need to know. What is Free Bleeding and Why are Women Doing It? Pads, tampons, cups, and even “period […]
This Woman Discovered Massive Ovarian Tumors After Failed Pregnancy Test
Women, especially, need to listen to their bodies. Often times, we know there’s something up, but we ignore the signs. One woman who had struggled with infertility issues in the past was developing a belly she thought from overeating. She enrolled in a fitness boot camp, but no matter how much she exercised, her growing […]
13 Things to Know About Female Orgasms Including How to Find Yours
The female orgasm has always been termed as a mystery. Even women don’t know what exactly it’s all about. A lot of women have been brainwashed into believing lies about the female orgasm, making them expect the impossible out of themselves. The more information women get about the female climax, the better they will be at […]
Why Are So Many Black Women Suffering Through Infertility In Silence?
Infertility doesn’t choose who it affects, and every woman is vulnerable. However, physicians are directing more attention and studies to the white women leaving the black women in the dark. According to recent statistics, women of color are more likely to struggle with fertility problems than their white counterparts. Only about 8% of black women […]
The Lump In This Woman’s Face Turned Out To Be A Liveworm
You might want to finish eating before reading this article. A Russian woman experienced her own real-life horror story when doctors uncovered the source of the mysterious moving bump in her face. According to a publication in the New England Journal of Medicine, a 32-year old Russian woman went to the doctor after noticing a strange […]
What Are Inverted Nipples— And What Does It Mean If You Have Them?
We spend a lot of time worrying about the size and shape of our breasts, but nipples are often completely ignored. This often overlooked part of the human body can actually be very important. Even if you are not planning on giving birth or breastfeeding anytime soon, your nipples still have an import role to […]
10 Reasons You Have Got Bumps On Your Vagina
Getting bumps on your vagina can be scary. It can even be scarier when the bumps get an infection and become painful. Where do they come from? There are many reasons behind vaginal bumps. These include syphilis, infected sweat glands, molluscum contagiosum, ingrown hairs, Bartholin’s cyst, genital warts, sebaceous cysts, skin tags or new moles, […]
9 Reasons Why You’re Getting Your Period Twice In One Month
Believe it or not, experiencing two periods in a month isn’t uncommon. However, if it keeps happening, it may be a sign of a bigger issue. Some things to consider are the length of your cycle and your lifestyle, as well. While most reasons are usually harmless, here are some reasons why this happens and […]
What’s a Heart-Shaped Uterus—and Do You Have One?
A heart-shaped uterus might sound adorable, but it can actually cause some health problems. If you have this condition, which is also called bicornuate uterus, you might need more medical attention during pregnancy. In this article, I will provide some interesting information about bicornuate uteruses. Keep reading to find out if you might have one. […]
Everything You Need To Know About Estrogen
Estrogen is a group of sex hormones that facilitate the development and maintenance of female features in a human body. The hormone plays a key role in the growth and development of female secondary characteristics, such as breasts, armpit, and pubic hair. It is also involved in the reproductive system and menstrual cycle. In the […]
What Causes Brown Discharge Before Your Period?
Brown discharge before a period is usually a discharge from the vagina that has blood. Normally, vaginal discharge is thin and white or clear. When the discharge is brown, it is more likely to have small amounts of old blood. When the old blood takes longer to come out of the uterus it turns brown. […]
Is There a Link Between Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer?
The breast-feeding women are aware of how the breasts feel and they normally notice changes in their bodies. During lactation, it is common to get breast lumps making women to be worried about breast cancer. Is there a Link Between Breastfeeding and Breast Cancer? It is common to find that women with breast cancer are […]
8 Syphilis Symptoms In Women – How To Know If You Have Syphilis
Data from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate that just 6,000 cases of syphilis were reported in the year 2,000. Shockingly, more than 88,000 new cases of syphilis were reported in 2016. Jessica Shepherd, an ob-gyn in Chicago notes that she has seen the number of these devastating STD infections grow tremendously since […]
4 Habits That Can Cause Weight Gain Before Your Wedding
Your wedding day is right around the corner, and you’re feeling a lot of emotions. You’re worried whether the cake will be ready on time, you have a dress drama, and the weather report just gave you bad news. It’s natural to want your day to be perfect. But stress is one precursor to unexpected […]