Toxic Shock Syndrome is a sudden and dangerous condition started by the release of toxins caused by the staphylococci bacteria. What to look for high fever. low blood pressure vomiting and/or diarrhoea. a rash resembling a sunburn with peeling skin on fingers and toes. dizziness or mental confusion. It usually affects menstruating women, especially those who use [...]
These are a wide range of different disease which are all acquired as a result of having sexual intercourse with a person who has already contracted the infection. What to look for a white, yellow, green, grey, or blood-streaked discharge that may have a strong smell. genital and/or anal itching. a rash, blisters, [...]
This is a crippling disease affecting both men and women caused by a lack of calcium. What to look for The condition may cause no symptoms at all or alternatively these may occur:- backache. a gradual loss of height and a stooped back. fractures and breaks occur easily. loss of bone in the jaw. Osteoporosis is [...]
As with most cancers, ovarian cancer rarely produces symptoms in its earliest stages, however, these warning signs eventually develop – vague digestive disturbances, such as mild indigestion, bloating, feeling of fullness, or loss of appetite. diarrhoea, constipation, or increased urination. pain or swelling in the abdomen, or pain in the lower back. vaginal bleeding between menstrual periods or after menopause. [...]
These can be infection, cysts, lumps or cancer of the ovaries. What to look for feeling of fullness or pressure on one side of the abdomen. abdominal pain during intercourse. sharp abdominal pain. irregular vaginal bleeding or absent menstrual periods. increase in facial or body hair. irregularities in bowel movements or urination. Many small benign ovarian cysts [...]
Pain that tends to last longer than 6 months can be termed chronic. What to look for The condition may include weakness, numbness, tingling, or other sensations, along with sleeping difficulties, a lack of energy, and depression. Some common forms of chronic pain are: this type of pain can include headaches, muscle, back or joint pain [...]
This describes an infection in a woman’s pelvic region. What to look for With acute pelvic inflammatory disease (PID): severe pain in the lower abdomen vaginal discharge fever With chronic PID: recurrent pain in the lower abdomen, backache irregular periods pain during intercourse. infertility. heavy, unpleasant-smelling vaginal discharge. If not treated promptly PID can become [...]
This refers to a range of symptoms occurring in the lead up to their menstrual period. What to look for One or more of these symptoms may appear about a week before your period: food cravings. bloating and fluid retention. breast swelling and pain. acne. weight gain. headaches, backaches. urinary disorders. moodiness, anxiety, crying. insomnia. drowsiness and [...]
The time when a woman ceases to ovulate can cause some problems and some uncomfortable symptoms. What to look for hot flushes night sweats. pain during intercourse increased nervousness, anxiety, or irritability. increased need to urinate swollen ankles headaches painful intercourse Menopause refers to the time in a woman’s life when she stops ovulating and [...]
What to look for Menstruation occurs when an ovary releases an egg, at this time the lining of the uterus grows and becomes flooded with blood. If the egg is not fertilised, the ovary releases progesterone, which causes menstrual flow. This happens every 28 days until interrupted by pregnancy or ended by menopause. Menstrual Synchrony [...]