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December 02, 2022 Endometrial hyperplasia is a condition where the cells in the endometrium (that is, the lining of the uterus) grow faster than normal. Hence, the endometrium becomes too thick.
Endometrial hyperplasia is of two types: typical and atypical. While endometrial hyperplasia is not in itself cancer, ...
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December 02, 2022 The cervix is the opening between the uterus and the vagina. Cervical dysplasia is a precancerous condition where abnormal cells grow on the surface of the cervix. It is also known as cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN).
Cervical dysplasia is commonly seen in women under age 30 but can ...
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December 02, 2022 Pelvic organ prolapse is a very common condition among mothers. It is also known as pelvic floor prolapse. In Australia, it is reported that over half of all women who have had a child have some level of prolapse.
What it is
The pelvic organs- bladder, uterus, large intestine and rectum are ...
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December 02, 2022 A vaginal yeast infection, also known as vaginal thrush or vulvovaginal candidiasis, is a common condition. About 75% of women will have a yeast infection in their lifetime, especially between the ages of 15 and 50.
It is caused by a yeast, Candida albicans, that grows naturally within the ...
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December 02, 2022 Amenorrhea refers to the absence of menstrual periods in females. Amenorrhea is an abnormal event in a female’s life except during childhood, pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause.
Amenorrhea can either be primary or secondary.
Primary Amenorrhea
Primary amenorrhoea is said to occur when ...
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December 02, 2022 Endometrial polyps (or uterine polyps) are small growths in the inner lining of the uterus (endometrium). They are attached to the inner lining of the uterus by a thin stalk or a broad base and extend inward in your uterus. They are rare in younger women and more commonly seen in older women. ...
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December 02, 2022 Chronic pelvic pain is pain or discomfort felt in the pelvic area (below your navel and between your hips) present on most days for at least 3-6 months. Pelvic pain is mostly seen in women and, according to Painaustralia, affects one in five women in Australia.
Symptoms of Chronic Pelvic Pain
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December 02, 2022 Fibroids, also known as uterine fibroids or leiomyomas, are abnormal, usually noncancerous growths within a woman's uterus. They are common in women aged 30 to 40 but can occur at any age. About two-thirds of Australian women are estimated to be affected by fibroids at some stage in their lives. The ...
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December 02, 2022 Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina that results in itching, pain, and discharge.
There are different types of vaginitis. The most common types are:
Bacterial vaginosis
Yeast infections or candidiasis
Trichomoniasis
Non-infectious vaginitis
Atrophic ...
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May 25, 2022
Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) suffer from hair and skin problems such as hirsutism, alopecia, and severe acne. These symptoms are caused by a hormonal imbalance where there are high levels of androgen hormones. Because they are noticeable and socially regarded as ...
