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Uterine FibroidsWould you know if you had uterine fibroids? Most women have no symptoms. However, fibroids can cause a number of symptoms depending on their size, location within the uterus, and how close they are to adjacent pelvic organs. Large fibroids can cause pressure, pelvic pain, pressure on the bladder with frequent or even obstructed urination, and pressure on the rectum... Pap Smears, bleeding Viewer's Question: Should I worry if I bleed a little bit after my pap smear? Also, what happens if blood is found in the results?Doctor's Answer: There are really two parts to your question, one regarding bleeding as a result of the pap smear process, and the other regarding analyzing pap smears that have blood in them....

Diet and WomenMs. W. J., a 55 year-old woman, comes to her doctor saying: “Doctor, I have never been this heavy in my life, even after I had my kids. I am trying to diet, but it’s not working. I’m so frustrated. Is it due to my hormone pills? It seems like it’s worse since my Mother passed on last year.” This type of encounter occurs every day across the U.S.. Half of all Americans are overweight, meaning they are at a weight that is associated with increased health risks... Menopause, Hot Flashes, Soy Viewer's Question: What is a hot flush and what do you know about soy isoflavones as a remedy?Doctor's Answer: A "hot flush" is a sensation of warmth that usually involves the trunk and head, but usually does not involve the lower limbs. The preferred term is hot flash, instead of flush, because not all women who have hot flashes actually have flushing. Soy is one of ....

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Drug - Perks Up Penis Too Much Invisible Condom - To Prevent STD Can't Concentrate-Check Blood Sugar American Tragedy - Letter To Our Viewers

Uterine FibroidsWould you know if you had uterine fibroids? Most women have no symptoms. However, fibroids can cause a number of symptoms depending on their size, location within the uterus, and how close they are to adjacent pelvic organs. Large fibroids can cause pressure, pelvic pain, pressure on the bladder with frequent or even obstructed urination, and pressure on the rectum... Pap Smears, bleeding Viewer's Question: Should I worry if I bleed a little bit after my pap smear? Also, what happens if blood is found in the results?Doctor's Answer: There are really two parts to your question, one regarding bleeding as a result of the pap smear process, and the other regarding analyzing pap smears that have blood in them....

Diet and WomenMs. W. J., a 55 year-old woman, comes to her doctor saying: “Doctor, I have never been this heavy in my life, even after I had my kids. I am trying to diet, but it’s not working. I’m so frustrated. Is it due to my hormone pills? It seems like it’s worse since my Mother passed on last year.” This type of encounter occurs every day across the U.S.. Half of all Americans are overweight, meaning they are at a weight that is associated with increased health risks... Menopause, Hot Flashes, Soy Viewer's Question: What is a hot flush and what do you know about soy isoflavones as a remedy?Doctor's Answer: A "hot flush" is a sensation of warmth that usually involves the trunk and head, but usually does not involve the lower limbs. The preferred term is hot flash, instead of flush, because not all women who have hot flashes actually have flushing. Soy is one of ....

Get The Facts About:Allergies-Asthma | Arthritis | Cancer | Cholesterol | Depression | Diabetes | Digestion | HighBloodPressure | HIV | Thyroid | Women's Health

We Care Reports: Comprehensive, credible, report to help better understand a condition. Allergies | Asthma | Breast Cancer | Cholesterol | Diabetes | GERD | Heart Attack | High Blood Pressure | HIV | Hyperthyroidism | Hypothyroidism | Osteoarthritis | Prostate Cancer | Rheumatoid Arthritis | And More!

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*************************************************** Copyright 2001, MedicineNet, Inc. All rights reserved. smartmedicine@... Information on this web site is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use the information on this web site for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. You should carefully read all product packaging. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider.

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