Women's magazine: female fertility, hormones

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg nests outside the uterus, most often in one of the ovaries. Why does this happen, where can the egg nest and what are the risks?

Diseases that are transmitted through sexual contact are called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). They are transmitted from person to person during sexual intercourse. Bacteria, viruses, parasites and yeast can be transmitted in this way.

Gonorrhoea is a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease. Transmission occurs through sexual contact. Moreover, infection is not only through vaginal contact, but also through anal or oral contact. Whether non-sexual transmission is possible is discussed in the article.

Inflammation of the uterus, or endometritis, is a less common infection of the female reproductive system. The infection usually enters the uterus from other sites, rarely through the blood. Untreated, it causes serious health problems, including severe pain. It spreads further into the surrounding area and can be one of the causes of infertility or the reason for prematurity (infertilitas) and subsequent miscarriage. It can also develop as a complication after miscarriage or from other causes. What are its most common causes, you can read in the article.

Cervical cancer is a worldwide problem. It is the second most common cancer in women under the age of 45 and the third most common cause of death in women.

Cancer is a relatively common and always serious diagnosis. The public views it with great respect. Most cancers affect both sexes, but there are some that occur exclusively in women. Which are they?

Delayed menstruation means that menstrual bleeding does not arrive at the expected time, or not at all. There are many reasons for this. Some are natural, others may signal a disease. What are the most common causes of delayed menstruation?

By menstruation, we mean the physiological processes in a woman's body that are necessary for reproduction. For some women, it takes place without complications, but for the less fortunate, it can be a downright nightmare.

Endometriosis refers to a benign, or benign disease that is affected by estrogen. It is one of the most common gynecological diseases. It affects women of reproductive age, especially between the ages of 30 and 40. Endometriosis is basically the occurrence of the endometrium, the inner lining of the uterus, in places outside the uterus. 

Ovarian cysts can be asymptomatic. A woman may not be aware of them, they may be discovered accidentally during pregnancy or during an examination in connection with it. But if they cause pain and other complications, it is important to be alert.

Hyperthyroidism, or the overactive thyroid gland, is relatively common in the human population. It causes a number of unpleasant difficulties. But why? 

Hypothyroidism is a condition of reduced thyroid function. In it, the thyroid gland does not produce enough of its hormones, which are thyroxine and triiodothyronine.

Endometritis, i.e. inflammation of the uterus, is a bacterial infectious disease that most often affects women of working age between 20 and 30 years of age, often after childbirth or miscarriage, but can also affect older women. 

Pain in the lower abdomen, nausea, headache, weakness, fatigue, period, monthly cycles. Not everyone is fortunate enough to go through menstruation without any difficulties. More than two-thirds of adolescents and half of those who have reported on it experience pain and cramps.

What does flank pain indicate? Sometimes it is a serious problem, sometimes it is not. Read about possible causes in the article.

Breast pain has its typical causes. The most common and the less common ones are listed in the article. It may not always be the worst variant, but examination is recommended in any case.

Bleeding after sex occurs after the first sexual intercourse, when the hymen is disrupted, sometimes after a rough or violent sexual act and after sexual abuse. In some cases, the cause is a disease, inflammation, sexually transmitted disease or tumour.

Ovarian cancer is a common cancer in women. It is the seventh most common cancer in women worldwide. It is one of the most dangerous diseases of the female reproductive organs. It can affect any woman, regardless of age.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer globally and is also the leading cause of death among cancers in women. Worldwide, breast cancer is the leading type of cancer in women, accounting for 25% of all cases. In 2018, it resulted in 2 million new cases and 627,000 deaths. It affects women, but rarely men. Breast cancer mortality is declining due to regular preventive check-ups.