When Breasts Form in Males, What is gynecomastia?, What causes gynecomastia? Thehealthtime.com Gynecomastia: When Breasts Form in Males What is gynecomastia? Gynecomastia is a condition in which firm breast gland tissue forms in males. The breast tissue is usually less than 1-1/2 inches across and is located directly under the nipple. Gynecomastia may be present on one side or on both sides. This condition may make the breast tender. Some men and boys have... 

Mastitis, What is mastitis?, What are the symptoms of mastitis? Thehealthtime.com Mastitis What is mastitis? Mastitis (say: mass-tie-tuss) is an inflammation of the breast that is usually caused by an infection. It often happens while a woman is breastfeeding, especially during the first 6 weeks. ___________________ What are the symptoms of mastitis? Women who have mastitis feel generally ill. Other symptoms include: •Breast pain •Swelling •A tender,... 

preparation for pregnancy, When should I talk with my doctor about pregnancy?, pregnancy should be made before Thehealthtime.com Things to Think About Before You’re Pregnant Why is being ready for pregnancy so important? Conception occurs about 2 weeks before your period is due. That means you may not even know you’re pregnant until you’re more than 3 weeks pregnant. Yet your baby is most sensitive to harm 2 to 8 weeks after conception. This... 

What is gestational diabetes?, What can I do if I have gestational diabetes? Thehealthtime.com Gestational Diabetes: What it Means for Me and My Baby What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that starts during pregnancy. If you have diabetes, your body isn’t able to use the sugar (glucose) in your blood as well as it should, so the level of sugar in your blood becomes higher than normal. Gestational diabetes affects between... 

Vulvodynia, What is vulvodynia?, How did I get vulvodynia?, How is vulvodynia treated? Thehealthtime.com Vulvodynia What is vulvodynia? Vulvodynia (say: “vul-vo-din-ee-a”) is the word for pain and discomfort in the vulva. The vulva is the external genital area in women, or the area around the opening to the vagina. The pain is usually described as a burning, stinging, itching, irritating or a raw feeling. Sexual intercourse, walking, sitting or... 

Painful Sex for Women, What is dyspareunia?, What are some of the causes of dyspareunia? Thehealthtime.com Dyspareunia: Painful Sex for Women What is dyspareunia? Dyspareunia (say: “dis-par-oon-ya”) is painful sexual intercourse for women. The pain can be in the genital area or deep inside the pelvis. The pain is often described as sharp, burning or similar to menstrual cramps. It can have many causes. It is important to talk to your doctor if... 

How do I know if I have a problem?, Sexual Dysfunction in Women, What causes sexual dysfunction? Thehealthtime.com Sexual Dysfunction in Women What is sexual dysfunction? When you have problems with sex, doctors call it “sexual dysfunction.” Both men and women can have it. There are 4 kinds of sexual problems in women. •Desire disorders ­- When you are not interested in having sex or have less desire for sex than you used to. •Arousal disorders... 

Kegel Exercises for Your Pelvic Muscles, How do pelvic muscles get weak?, Which muscles control my bladder? Thehealthtime.com Kegel Exercises for Your Pelvic Muscles How do pelvic muscles get weak? Pelvic muscles help stop the flow of urine. For women, pregnancy, childbirth and being overweight can weaken the pelvic muscles. For men, prostate surgery can weaken pelvic muscles. Weak pelvic muscles can cause you to leak urine. Fortunately, pelvic muscles are... 

Vaginal Pessary, What is a vaginal pessary?, How do I care for my vaginal pessary? Thehealthtime.com Vaginal Pessary What is a vaginal pessary? A vaginal pessary is a plastic device that fits into your vagina to help support your uterus (womb), vagina, bladder or rectum. The pessary is most often used for prolapse of the uterus. Prolapse means that your uterus droops or sags into the vaginal canal because the muscles and ligaments that should support it are... 

How do I find out if I am pregnant?, What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected, Thehealthtime.com What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected Pregnancy can be a very emotional time in your life. If your pregnancy is unexpected, you may be feeling scared or confused about what to do. It is important to remember that you have options. But first, you need to make sure that you’re pregnant. How do I find out if I am pregnant? Take a pregnancy test....