Adenomyosis is a condition where cells from the uterus lining grow into the uterus muscle. It is related to endometriosis and has similar symptoms, such as heavy, painful periods. Diagnosis involves ultrasound, MRI scans, or a biopsy. Treatment is not always necessary but can include hormonal therapy or hysterectomy. …read more
Both men and women can experience anxiety related to sexual intercourse, which may affect their life quality. What are some ways to overcome these worries? …read more
The CHMP has rejected the marketing application for abaloparatide (Radius Health) subcutaneous injection for postmenopausal women with osteoporosis at increased risk for fracture. Medscape Medical News …read more
Women usually produce very little testosterone. Learn about conditions that cause high testosterone in women, as well as about symptoms and treatment. …read more
Use of vaginal antimycotics during the first trimester is not associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, researchers in Israel say. Reuters Health Information …read more
New research looking at thousands of children in the UK over 6 decades has found that in this century the more disadvantaged a child is the more likely they are to be overweight or obese. WebMD Health News …read more
In women with polycystic ovary syndrome, metformin treatment during pregnancy cut the risks for late miscarriage and preterm birth, but didn’t prevent gestational diabetes. Medscape Medical News …read more
Estrogen replacement therapy in early menopause has been tied to long-term preservation of brain volume in an area responsible for working memory and executive function. Medscape Medical News …read more
Oral bioidentical progesterone is a good option for treating hot flashes and night sweats during perimenopause, according to the first randomized controlled trial to specifically examine this issue. Medscape Medical News …read more
A multiplex panel that detects mutations in endometrial and ovarian cancers using samples from a routine Pap test and that also provides an analysis of aneuploidy may emerge as a screening tool. Medscape Medical News …read more