Menopause is not a medical condition or a disease, but it can feel like it at times. Simply put, it is end of the menstrual cycle, marking the end of the child bearing years for a woman. The average age for most women in America is between 45 and 53; however there is a wide… Read more »
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Progesterone Side Effects
If a woman stops having periods while having a regular menstrual cycle then she may be prescribed Progesterone. When a woman is going through Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) she is often prescribed Progesterone as well. One other time that a woman may be prescribed this drug is during pregnancy.
Causes, Symptoms and Effects of Hormonal Imbalance in Women
In women, the body produces two important types of hormones, progesterone and estrogen, among others. In the first half of the menstrual cycle, the body produces high levels of estrogen.
Getting Pregnant Using IVF
The only constant thing in life they say is change and things have definitely changed since we first learn about reproduction and menstruation in school health class. The menstrual cycle exist for humans to get pregnant and have babies but when pregnancy fails to occur naturally in vitro fertilisation can be of help.
Symptoms of Low Progesterone
Progesterone is an important female hormone. It is produced by the ovaries and it is responsible for many changes that take place in the body. It causes changes in the uterus during the fag end of the menstrual cycle by ensuring that the uterus is prepared to receive the fertilized egg. It also helps to… Read more »
PMS Treatment – "Does Premenstrual Syndrome Have to Be This Painful?" – Part 2
The process is controlled by hormones – naturally- produced chemicals within the body. For example, estrogen is a hormone produced by the ovaries and is an important part of the menstrual cycle.
Natural Ovarian Cyst Relief Secrets and Natural Cures For Cysts
Many times, ovarian cysts are considered to be a normal part of a woman’s menstrual cycle and are asymptomatic. There are times however when the symptoms can be prominent and painful. When this occurs you may find this list of natural ovarian cyst relief secrets to be just what you need.
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As breasts are mostly composed of adipose tissue, their size can change over time if the woman gains or loses weight. It is also typical for them to grow in size during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding, mainly due to hypertrophy of the mammary gland in response to the hormone prolactin. The size of a woman’s… Read more »