Prevention of Influenza and Common Cold Preventing a common cold may be difficult as it can strike at any time. Keeping away from others suffering with a cold and avoiding crowded places may reduce the chances of catching the cold but these are not always practical measures. In terms of the seasonal flu (influenza) and >> Read More ...
Any deformity of the nipples may be the cause of much anguish and embarrassment, however, the problem may extend beyond just the aesthetic aspect. An abnormal nipple or nipples may be linked to serious underlying disorders or structural defects that can affect the functioning of the nipple i.e. for breastfeeding. Normally >> Read More ...
Joint pain (arthralgia) during pregnancy and after childbirth is quite a common occurrence and is caused mainly due to the hormonal changes that come about during pregnancy. Even normal weight gain in pregnant women can put additional strain on the joints and cause varying amount of discomfort or even pain. A change in the >> Read More ...
The female breasts, or mammary glands, are the modified appendages lying on the anterior chest wall. It is present in males as well but in most men, it is not as prominent as it is in females. The female breast has a role in both nourishing the offspring as well as offering immunological protection to the newborn baby. To >> Read More ...
The shape and size of the female breast vary so widely that it is often difficult to say exactly what is normal and what should be considered as a small-sized breast. Breasts that seem small in a teen girl may grow in size within a few years as she develops into a more mature woman. Sometimes, one breast may appear >> Read More ...
A moderate amount of vaginal discharge is common in most women and is considered to be normal. Under certain circumstances, vaginal discharge may become excessive – this may be physiological or pathological. Excessive vaginal discharge which is not related to any disease process (physiological discharge) may be seen >> Read More ...
Normal vaginal discharge is usually clear or whitish in color and a small amount of it should not cause much concern. This is discussed further under Normal Vaginal Secretions. However, if the color changes to yellow, cheesy white, gray, brown, green or is tinged with blood, it is not normal. A visit to the gynecologist is >> Read More ...
Identifying the cause of a single breast lump or multiple growths depends on a number of factors. A thorough assessment of a person’s medical history, including family history and use of prescription medication, and evaluation of the type of breast lump will assist with identifying likely causes. The presence of >> Read More ...
Discovering a breast lump during self-examination can be a cause of great concern for most women. With the awareness about breast cancer, most women are now cautious about any breast lump in the event that it is a malignant tumor (cancer). However, cancer is not the only cause of an abnormal breast mass and understanding >> Read More ...
Vaginal discharge is the variable amounts of secretions from the glands in the vagina and cervix. A small amount of vaginal discharge, usually clear or whitish in color, with a mild odor or no smell at all is considered as normal in most women, especially in women of childbearing age. Underlying pathology may give rise >> Read More ...
