Some patients might be hesitant to visit the doctor for a urinary tract infection. However, untreated UTIs can result in serious consequences.
Abdominal cramps, mood swings, headaches…your monthly period is certainly no picnic. But it's especially hard for women with endometriosis, a condition where endometrial tissue, or uterine lining cells, is found outside of the uterus. During menstruation, the tissue breaks down and becomes trapped in the body, often forming lesions and causing severe pain. Here, 5 signs you could be dealing with endometriosis:
Everyone feels pain from time to time, but chronic pain is different. Find out what causes chronic pain and how it can affect your emotional health.
The American Heart Association explains the signs and symptoms of high blood pressure, also called hypertension and the "silent killer" because it generally has no symptoms.
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, see your doctor right away.
The warning signs of a female heart attack are different than men’s.
Acid reflux is such a common problem you'd think it would be simple to spot and treat.
The silent infection may present in a few sneaky ways.
As people age, their ability to control bladder and bowel functions can decrease for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, the reason is reversible (such as a urinary tract infection). Other times, the situation can’t be changed. If you’re providing care for a loved one with incontinence, you can take steps to minimize stress on both of you. These seven tips may help you cope.
Stop and seek a cool shelter if you experience any of these issues.
What are the symptoms of Afib or AF? The American Heart Association explains the most common symptoms of atrial fibrillation or afib, the different types of afib, the symptoms of a stroke and the difference between the signs of a heart attack and the signs of afib.
The signs of heart attack in women can be subtle and seemingly totally unrelated.
It's quick and easy to get a diagnosis on the computer, but how do the results compare to a real doctor?
Being healthy and staying fit are important to many women. But there are body changes, aches and pains that often get overlooked, especially
Certain foods and drinks are known to cause bladder irritation and worsen UTI symptoms. Avoid these six foods and drinks if you're trying to treat a UTI.
A UTI (urinary tract infection) is an infection of any part of your urinary tract including your prostate, urethra, bladder, ureters or kidneys. You may be asking yourself, "Prostate? Can men get UTIs?" In this article,
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infection in women. When bacteria enter the urethra and then the bladder, this can cause an infection. UTIs can be a chronic problem, especially for postmenopausal
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are one of the most common problems doctors see in women. According to the National…