Hypothyroidism more prevalent during late perimenopause, postmenopause
The prevalence of hypothyroidism — overt and subclinical — is higher among women during the late menopause transition and postmenopause compared with premenopause, according to study findings....
View ArticleMandy’s Robotic Hysterectomy
Hi. My name is Sue. I had a davinci total hysterectomy( still have my ovaries) I am 37 years old and my procedure was done at Sisters Hospital in Buffalo NY on November 2nd 2015. I had a hysterectomy...
View ArticleBRCA Information
There are two BRCA (Breast Cancer) genes–BRCA 1 and BRCA 2. Both are tumor suppressor genes which produce a protein that helps prevent cells from multiplying and dividing too rapidly. They are also...
View ArticleMenopausal Age, Obesity Links to Heart Failure Explored
The risk for heart failure is increased with increasing body mass index and waist circumference, especially for those with menopausal age 55 years or older, according to a study published online April...
View ArticleAshleigh’s Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Age at Surgery 44 Location: Cranberry, PA, United States I was diagnosed with fibroids at age 29, due to me having very heavy mensual bleeding. I started out with 3, 2 the...
View ArticleShould I Keep My Cervix when I Have My Hysterectomy?
It can be difficult to decide if you should keep your cervix or not when having a hysterectomy. Each woman has unique needs and there are many questions about the cervix that need answered when making...
View ArticleStudy shows certain reproductive factors increase dementia risk in women
Younger or older age at menarche, younger age at first birth, and hysterectomy — all of which affect lifetime exposure to endogenous estrogen — were associated with a higher risk for dementia in women,...
View ArticlePenny’s Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Age at Surgery 46 Location: FRANKLIN WI USA I had a hysterectomy with oomphectomy due to fibroid tumors, excessive bleeding and pain in both my uterus and Rt ovary. I had been...
View Article5 Ways to Prepare for Your Hysterectomy and First Surgery
Having a hysterectomy can be a bit scary, especially if it is your first surgery. Thankfully, others have had surgery before you so you can learn from their experiences and tips. Knowing what to expect...
View ArticleMusic therapy reduces depression, menopausal symptoms
Women who participated in music therapy had lower levels of depression and reduced menopausal symptoms compared with those who did not, according to findings in Menopause. “Evidence suggests that the...
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