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Women's Health

Child-Bearing Years

Anatomy of the Breasts

Each breast has 15 to 20 sections (lobes), which are arranged like the petals of a daisy. Each lobe has many smaller lobules, which end in dozens of tiny bulbs that can produce milk.

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Most females experience some unpleasant or uncomfortable symptoms during their menstrual cycle. The type and intensity of symptoms vary.

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

PMDD is a much more severe form of premenstrual syndrome. Women with a personal or family history of mood disorders or postpartum depression may be at higher risk for this disorder.

Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is a menstrual condition in which a woman's menstrual periods are absent for more than three monthly cycles. Pregnancy is one possible cause of amenorrhea.

Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain is a common complaint among women. Its nature and intensity may fluctuate, and its cause is often obscure.

Vasectomy

Vasectomy is a permanent male birth control measure and a means of contraception used in many parts of the world.

Infertility

Many different factors and problems can cause infertility, including problems in the female reproductive system, the male reproductive system, or a combination of the two.

Infertility Risk Factors for Men and Women

Age, chronic diseases, and endometriosis are common factors for women. For men, they are STDs, toxic substances at work, and cigarette smoking.

Male Factor Infertility

A problem with the male is the sole cause, or a contributing cause, of infertility in about 40 percent of infertile couples.

PMS Quiz

Answer this one: How many symptoms have been tied to PMS? If you guessed more than 100, you're right.

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