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Anatomy of the Breasts in Growth and Development, Menstrual Health and Conditions

Each breast has 15 to 20 sections (lobes), which are arranged like the petals of a daisy. Each lobe has many smaller lobules, which end in dozens of tiny bulbs that can produce milk....more

Anatomy of Female Pelvic Area in Growth and Development, Menstrual Health and Conditions

The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva....more

Breast Conditions in Young Women in Gynecological Conditions

Some breast changes or conditions are related to a young woman's menstrual cycle, but others may occur at any time. Most breast conditions are benign....more

Amenorrhea in Teens in Gynecological Conditions

Amenorrhea is a menstrual condition in which a woman's menstrual periods are absent for more than three monthly cycles. Pregnancy is one possible cause of amenorrhea....more

Acne in Children in Adolescent Health Problems

Acne is a disorder of the hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Hair follicles are the areas around the base or root of each hair. Sebaceous glands are the tiny glands that release oil (sebum) into the hair follicles. The sebum moistens the skin and hair. The sebum and hair get to the skin surface through tiny holes called pores....more

Major Depression in Adolescents in Adolescent Health Problems

Depression is a mood disorder that involves a adolescent's body, mood, and thoughts. It can affect and disrupt eating, sleeping, or thinking patterns....more

Female Teen Athletes: At Risk for Injury? in Adolescent Sports Injuries

Teen girls who are athletes face unique obstacles when it comes to their bodies and how well they perform....more

Knees Are Casualties of Women's Sports in Adolescent Sports Injuries

Active women are at least twice as likely to suffer serious knee injuries as men, but it's not just athletes who are at risk....more

Menstrual Cycle: An Overview in Growth and Development, Menstrual Health and Conditions

A woman is generally most fertile (able to become pregnant) a few days before, during, and after ovulation....more

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) in Gynecological Conditions, Menstrual Health and Conditions

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of emotional and physical symptoms many women have in the days before their period starts. Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can help manage symptoms....more

Endometriosis in Pelvic Conditions and Care

The tissue that lines the uterus is called the endometrium. Normally, if a woman doesn’t get pregnant, this tissue is shed each month during her period. In endometriosis, tissue that looks and acts like endometrial tissue implants outside the uterus.This can cause pain, heavy periods, and infertility....more

Pelvic Pain in Pelvic Conditions and Care

Pelvic pain is a challenging condition that can be due to many possible causes....more

Contraception/Birth Control in Sexual Health & Infertility

You have a lot of options when it comes to birth control. Some methods don't require a doctor's visit, but others, like oral contraceptives, are available only by prescription....more

Vasectomy in Sexual Health & Infertility

Vasectomy is surgery a man may choose if he does not want to father any more children. It's permanent male birth control....more

Infertility in Infertility

Infertility is a problem of the reproductive system. It impairs the body's ability to reproduce. It could be caused by a problem with the man’s system, the woman’s system, or both....more

Infertility Risk Factors for Men and Women in Infertility

Age, chronic diseases, and endometriosis are common factors for women. For men, they are STDs, toxic substances at work, and cigarette smoking....more

Nutrition Before Pregnancy in Preparing for Pregnancy

You need about 300 extra calories a day after the first trimester to maintain a healthy pregnancy. These calories should come from a balanced diet of protein, fruits, vegetables, and whole-grains....more

Folic Acid for a Healthy Baby in Preparing for Pregnancy

Getting enough folic acid can reduce the risk for neural tube defects (NTDs) and may also reduce the risk for other serious birth defects of the brain and spinal cord. ...more

Signs of Pregnancy/The Pregnancy Test in Now That You're Pregnant

The signs of pregnancy vary from woman to woman, but the most obvious sign usually is a missed period....more

Calculating a Due Date in Now That You're Pregnant

First, determine the first day of your last menstrual period. Next, count back 3 calendar months and add 1 year and 7 days to that date....more

Anatomy: Fetus in Utero in Your Growing Baby

Definitions of terms related to the anatomy of a fetus in utero....more

First Trimester in Your Growing Baby

A healthy first trimester is crucial to the normal development of your baby. You may not be showing much on the outside, but inside, all the major body organs and systems of the fetus are forming....more

Headaches in Early Pregnancy in Your Changing Body

Managing headaches is especially tricky in the first trimester when you should avoid many medicines. ...more

Hormones During Pregnancy in Your Changing Body

Many hormone levels are affected in the body during pregnancy, with several hormones playing major roles....more

Amniocentesis in Pregnancy Tests and Procedures

Amniocentesis is a procedure used to take out a small sample of the amniotic fluid for testing....more

Cesarean Section in Pregnancy Tests and Procedures

Cesarean section or C-section is the surgical delivery of a baby through a cut (incision) made in the mother's abdomen and uterus....more

Perimenopause in Menopause & Living Well

Perimenopause is the time around menopause when your body begins to change. You become less fertile and hormone levels fluctuate....more

Estrogen's Effects on the Female Body in Menopause & Living Well

In addition to regulating the menstrual cycle, estrogen affects the reproductive tract, the urinary tract, the heart and blood vessels, bones, breasts, skin, hair, mucous membranes, pelvic muscles, and the brain....more

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