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The decision to undergo a hysterectomy is often armed with a host of questions, not just about the procedure but also what happens after. A hysterectomy removes all or part of the uterus and does carry a fair share of side effects. Yet, whether a woman enters menopause immediately following a hysterectomy depends on various […]
You’ve already gone through the “life change” and entered a new phase, yet you’re not happy with your vagina. Whether it’s the appearance of your not-so-taut vagina or the fact that the loss of elasticity in that area is causing urinary stress incontinence or painful sex, you’re not too old for vaginal rejuvenation. Reviving the […]
Crows feet. A less taut chin. Saggy eyelids. Our face is what the world sees and what we tend to focus on as we age. But the vagina undergoes just as many changes through the years. From the moment a woman starts puberty until menopause, the vagina continues to change. A Slimmer Vagina The end […]
As women we hear so much about menopause – the symptoms, when it will start, how it feels. But perimenopause? Not so much. What is Perimenopause? As the name indicates perimenopause is a precursor to menopause. Menopause occurs when the ovaries no longer release any eggs and is defined as the absence of periods for […]
If the thought of jumping up and down, laughing or even sneezing suddenly sends you into a panic, it may be time to look into urinary stress incontinence treatment. This common condition more than 30 percent of women suffer from at some point, not only interrupts a women’s day-to-day routine but can also cause her […]
Sometimes it takes a star to make a point. And thanks to a new campaign launched by AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Cheryl Hines has center stage. The actress is now a spokeswoman for the company’s Painfully Awkward Conversations campaign which focuses on the painful sex many women continue to experience after menopause. A Humorous Approach Best […]
Walk. Swim. Lift weights. Doctors are constantly espousing the value of exercise. Staying active will help you sleep better, keep your heart healthy, your joints supple, your mind depression-free and your weight down. Essentially exercise is prescribed as a “one size fits all” treatment. Then, a significant Japanese study nearly turned that concept on its […]
Sorry, but it’s not good news. Those horrible hot flashes and night sweats don’t necessarily disappear once menopause ends. According to a new study recently published in the Journal of North American Menopause Society, more than 40 percent of women were still experiencing vasomotor symptoms after 60. The Stats: The fairly large study, data […]
When that change of life commonly associated with middle age hits early, it’s often misdiagnosed or missed all together. Menopause, when a woman’s ovaries stop functioning and menstruation ends, usually occurs around 51 for most American women. But for 1 percent of women, menopausal symptoms may begin before they hit 40. One of the first […]
When the body signals that all those years it spent getting ready to produce a baby are about to end, it can be difficult to take. Menopause is indeed the end of a woman’s fertility journey. The realization that such a regular part of life is about to end does have a psychological impact. […]
