Causes

The term abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) refers to irregular or unusual bleeding from the uterus, most commonly in women of reproductive age who are not pregnant. However, abnormal bleeding can also occur during pregnancy or after…
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Hepatitis is a condition marked by inflammation of the liver, potentially leading to serious liver damage if left untreated. It can arise due to several causes, including viral infections, alcohol abuse, autoimmune disorders, and drug…
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Sex addiction is a compulsive pattern of engaging in sexual activities or behaviors despite negative consequences or a lack of satisfaction. Loss of control, obsession with sexual fantasies, and an inability to curtail or quit the…
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Persistent vaginal pain with no clear cause is called vulvodynia. It is a common gynecological condition that affects up to 16% of females in the United States. Fear or embarrassment may keep a person from seeking professional treatment…
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Dyspareunia or the pain experienced during the sexual act can be problematic for a couple’s relationship. Negative emotional outcomes may occur in addition to the sexual activity being physically painful. Therefore, the issue must be…
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A healthy vagina contains bacteria and some yeast cells. But when the balance of bacteria and yeast changes, the yeast cells can multiply. This causes itching, swelling, and irritation. Vaginal yeast infections are more common than other…
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The Nipah alert in Kerala's Kozhikode after two 'unnatural' deaths were reported due to fever has brought back panic and grim memories of the earlier outbreaks that claimed several lives. Here is a 5-point explainer on Nipah virus Nipah…
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An allergic reaction to food is seen when the immune system mistakenly reacts to an otherwise harmless substance while on the other hand, a chemical reaction within the body occurs with food intolerance upon consuming certain foods or…
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Vulvodynia is a common problem leading to pain in menstruating women but this condition often goes unidentified and women tend to suffer in silence as there is unbearable pain in the vulva or external genital region. Vulvodynia causes…
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Hair shedding is a biological process in which hair follows a cycle of growth and fall where hair loss occurs when the balance between growing and falling hair is disrupted. By the age of 40 years, around 30% of males suffer from hair…
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