Health & Wellness

Regular vaginal discharge is a sign of a healthy female reproductive system. Normal vaginal discharge contains a mixture of cervical mucus, vaginal fluid, dead cells, and bacteria.Females may experience heavy vaginal discharge from arousal or during ovulation. However, excessive vaginal discharge that smells bad or looks unusual can...

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Breast reduction surgery, which doctors may call reduction mammoplasty, is a medical procedure that reduces the overall size of a person's breasts.According to the authors of a 2019 article, breast reduction surgery is one of the most common cosmetic procedures.In this article, we discuss breast reduction surgery, including...

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Many people with uterine fibroids have no symptoms, but others may experience pain and abnormal vaginal bleeding. For some people living with fibroids, the pain is intense enough to interfere with daily life.Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that form inside the uterus. They can grow quite large and...

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A recent analysis of gender differences in research reporting has found that female scientists are less likely to use positive language to frame their findings than their male counterparts.Share on PinterestThere are some key gender differences in the way that scientists present their findings.Clinical articles with male first...

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Influenza (flu) can be dangerous. Although everyone is at risk of contracting the flu, those who are pregnant or have just given birth are much more susceptible to the more severe effects of the illness.Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant during flu season should get their...

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Hormone levels fluctuate throughout the 28-day menstrual cycle. These changes can affect a person's appetite and may also lead to fluid retention. Both factors can lead to perceived or actual weight gain around the time of a period.This article describes why a person may gain weight during a...

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