Ovarian Cysts Treatment And Cure

  

What is endometriosis? The endometrium is the specialized lining of the uterus. During the menstrual cycle, hormones trigger this lining to thicken with blood vessels. If an egg is fertilized it will implant in this nourishing "nest." When an egg is not fertilized, the egg and the lining are shed as menses.

 This tissue is triggered to grow by menstrual cycle hormones no matter where it is. Unlike the lining of the uterus, the tissue in these areas is not shed during menses. The continued growth causes lesions, scarring, and lumps also referred to as nodules or implants. What are the effects of endometriosis? The effects of endometriosis are not always straightforward. The location of lesions has much to do with the resulting symptoms. Some women do not experience symptoms at all. Others may believe what they feel is just their personal experience of menstruation. Read the rest of this entry »

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Here is an interesting article about the early symptoms of ovarian cancer. Please read it and comment on it.

In the US, ovarian cancer is the fourth major cause of death from cancer for women and affects 1 in 57 women. This can be successfully treated if it is diagnosed early. However, only about 24% of ovarian cancer cases are detected early on, resulting in lower survival rates. Hence, it is highly essential for women to watch for early symptoms of ovarian cancer. During  the summer of 2007, the American Cancer Society and other similar organizations published findings that symptoms such as unexpected bloating, gas, or a feeling of fullness; fatigue, menstrual abnormalities, abdominal or pelvic pain, sudden urge and/or frequent urination and sudden changes in food habits such as difficulty in consuming food or feeling full too quickly may be early symptoms of ovarian cancer. Read the rest of this entry »

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