Find Out What Causes Uterine Fibroids, Risk Factors and More

Uterine fibroids affect up to 80 percent of women but are also a relatively elusive condition. Not all women with fibroids know they have them, and diagnosis is not always straightforward. Unfortunately, individuals that do develop symptoms can have severe issues. Below is an in-depth look at what causes uterine fibroids, who is most at…

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What Is Abnormal Uterine Bleeding?

Bleeding during your period is normal. This menstrual flow should last from four to seven days and only occur roughly every four weeks. Women who have abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), however, can face sporadic bleeding at unusual times, longer or heavier periods and a list of other problems. What does abnormal uterine bleeding mean? Take…

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Rectal Prolapse Treatment: What Next?

Experiencing rectal prolapse is scary. You may try to hold in bowel movements. You may even think you should eat less to decrease the number of bowel movements. But easing rectal prolapse symptoms requires getting your digestive system on a healthy routine to buy time before surgical intervention is needed. Diet, exercise, and, yes, more…

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How Effective is Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Therapy?

What if you could concentrate and direct the powerful healing and regeneration abilities of your own body? It sounds like a bit of superhero sci-fi, but is, in fact, a tested, effective and minimally invasive treatment option for women coping with urogynecological health issues. For decades, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has allowed healthcare providers to do…

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