Irritated vulva: Causes and what to do
An irritated vulva can happen for many reasons, ranging from a reaction to a new laundry detergent to long term infections. Learn more about the causes and how to treat them here. …read more
Red Meat OK’d in New ACP Guideline But Critics Call Foul
Systematic reviews found little adverse impact on cardiometabolic and cancer outcomes, but outside experts criticize the methods and the conclusions. Medscape Medical News …read more
Why is my vagina wet?
Vaginal fluids are normal, and are part of keeping the vagina healthy. Many things can affect the amount and consistency of the fluid. Learn more about vaginal wetness here. …read more
No Bone Benefits Seen With High-Dose Vitamin D in Healthy Cohort
Long-term use of daily high-dose vitamin D shows no improvements in bone health or reductions in falls versus placebo, in new analyses of the VITAL trial in generally healthy middle-aged individuals. Medscape Medical News …read more
Menopause symptom may trigger brain fog in breast cancer survivors
New research suggests that menopause-related night sweats could contribute to brain fog in women who have experienced breast cancer. …read more
What causes vulvar itching that is worse at night?
Vulvar itching that gets worse at night has many possible causes. These include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, and allergies. Learn about more these and other causes and how to treat them here. …read more
What causes a period to start and stop?
Some people experience an irregular menstrual cycle. Learn more about irregular periods, what causes them, and when to see a doctor. …read more
What to know about ‘Viagra’ for females
In the United States, two drugs have been approved to treat low libido in females. Some refer to these medications as “Viagra for women.” This article looks at how these drugs work, possible side effects, and alternatives. …read more
Exercise Alters Breast Tumor Gene Expression
For the first time, a study shows that exercise alters tumor gene expression in breast cancer patients in less than a month prior to surgery. Medscape Medical News …read more
To Prevent Dementia, Focus on the Heart
We have the strongest evidence to date that what’s bad for the heart is also bad for the brain. Medscape Ob/Gyn …read more