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- Finasteride - Taking Finasteride for PCOSCreated: 2009-11-03 @ 10:57:48 EST
Finasteride is a medication usually used to treat male pattern baldness in men, but is sometimes prescribed as an anti-androgenic compound for women with PCOS. Learn about taking finasteride for P… - Androgenic Alopecia - Definition of Androgenic Alopecia…Created: 2009-11-03 @ 10:21:54 EST
Androgenic alopecia is a common symptom of PCOS. Get the definition of androgenic alopecia here… - Androgenic Alopecia - The Relationship Between PCOS and Androgenic A…Created: 2009-10-26 @ 10:22:23 EDT
Androgenic alopecia, or hair loss due to high androgens, is common in women with PCOS. Learn here everything you need to know about androgenic alopecia… - New Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Tips for Dealing With a…Created: 2009-10-08 @ 12:25:08 EDT
Dealing with a new diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, can be frightening. Here are 5 tips on how to deal with a new diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome… - Female Reproductive System - Description of the Female Reproductive …Created: 2009-09-17 @ 21:40:03 EDT
The female reproductive system is an integral part of the propagation of the human species. Learn everything you need to know about the female reproductive system here… - Going Through Infertility Treatment - What was Your Experiences in G…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 21:16:59 EDT
Going through infertility treatment can be frightening, especially the first time when you don't know what to expect. Read other women's experiences here, so that you know what to expect before go… - PCOS Related Acne - How do You Deal with PCOS Related Acne…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 20:49:28 EDT
Acne is one of the most common symptoms of PCOS. How do you deal with PCOS related acne?… - Tips for Dealing with Injections - How do You Deal with Injections f…Created: 2009-09-17 @ 20:39:20 EDT
How do you deal with injections? Get tips from women who are also dealing with the pain and aggravation of daily injections for infertility treatment… - The Clitoris - What is the ClitorisCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 10:11:54 EDT
The clitoris is the major site of sexual arousal in the female. Learn more about the clitoris here… - Skene Glands - What Are Skene GlandsCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 10:09:39 EDT
Skene glands are specialized glands in the female body. Learn more about them here. … - Perineum - What Is the PerineumCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 10:05:48 EDT
The perineum is a delicate part of the female anatomy. Learn the full definition here… - Bartholin Glands - What Are Bartholin GlandsCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 09:54:47 EDT
The Bartholin glands secrete a key lubricant necessary for intercourse. Learn more about the Bartholin glands here… - Vestibule - What Is the Vaginal VestibuleCreated: 2009-08-18 @ 09:56:42 EDT
The vestibule contains both the urethral and vaginal openings. Learn more about the vestibule here… - Mons Pubis - What Is the Mons PubisCreated: 2009-08-18 @ 09:50:50 EDT
The mons pubis is a fat pad which covers the pubic bone and protects it during intercourse. Learn more about the mons pubis here… - The Labia - What are the LabiaCreated: 2009-08-06 @ 10:25:43 EDT Updated: 2009-08-06 @ 10:27:25 EDT
The labia are two sets of skin folds which envelop and protect the vaginal and urethral openings. Learn more about the labia here… - Vulva - What is the VulvaCreated: 2009-08-06 @ 10:19:32 EDT
The vulva is the entire external female genitalia. Learn more about the vulva here… - Introitus - What Is the IntroitusCreated: 2009-07-31 @ 12:38:52 EDT
An introitus is an opening to a body cavity. Get the definition and more information about the vaginal introitus here… - Spinnbarkeit Mucus - What is Spinnbarkeit MucusCreated: 2009-07-31 @ 12:37:47 EDT
Spinnbarkeit mucus refers to the stretchy and sticky quality of cervical mucus around ovulation. Learn more here about spinnbarkeit mucus… - Uterus - What is the UterusCreated: 2009-07-30 @ 23:11:08 EDT
The uterus is a crucial part of the female reproductive system. Get a full description of the uterus, including anatomy, function, role in pregnancy and what having a tipped uterus means here… - Your First Period - What is the Story of Your First PeriodCreated: 2009-07-28 @ 22:07:26 EDT
For a teen, getting her first period is a life changing event. Read stories of other women's first period here!… - The Vagina - What is the VaginaCreated: 2009-07-23 @ 15:12:47 EDT
The vagina is a crucial pathway between the uterus and outside of the body. Besides functioning as the birth canal, the vagina also passes cervical mucus, menstrual fluid and other secretions to t… - Cervix - What is the CervixCreated: 2009-07-23 @ 09:40:21 EDT Updated: 2009-07-23 @ 09:42:03 EDT
The cervix plays a key role in protecting the uterus and encouraging pregnancy. Learn all about the essential functions of the cervix here… - Healthy Eating on a Budget - Tips for Healthy Eating on a BudgetCreated: 2009-07-19 @ 01:27:06 EDT
Many people think that it's difficult to maintain a plan of healthy eating on a budget. Get some tips here for healthy eating on a budget… - Luteinizing Hormone LH - Description of LHUpdated: 2009-11-06 @ 13:51:21 EST
Learn about luteinizing hormone (LH) and its role in the menstrual cycle and in fertility treatments… - Infertility Treatment - Going Through Infertility TreatmentUpdated: 2009-09-17 @ 21:17:57 EDT
Going through infertility treatment is difficult. It can be an incredibly emotional and physical process. Learn here about going through infertility treatment… - Acne Treatments - Your Acne Treatment OptionsUpdated: 2009-09-17 @ 20:50:33 EDT
There are many acne treatments available. Learn here about the different acne treatments available to treat PCOS related acne… - Injection Pain - Tips for Reducing Injection Pain…Updated: 2009-09-17 @ 20:41:27 EDT
Self injection can be difficult. Here are 5 tips to help reduce the pain of self-injection… - Living and Coping with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 21:24:50 EDT
From the embarrassing symptoms to the fear of complications, living with PCOS can be tough. Start here to learn about the many things you can do to manage your disease, and find resources to help … - Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)Updated: 2009-09-12 @ 20:59:49 EDT
Learn about some of the treatment options available to women with PCOS. Begin to research some of the complications associated with this disease so you can properly watch for symptoms and manage t… - Symptoms/Diagnosis of PCOSUpdated: 2009-09-12 @ 20:48:37 EDT
Describes the many symptoms of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome), as well as the tests used to diagnose PCOS. Explains what some of the medical jargon is. Also explains the meaning of the results … - Not Having a Regular Period and PCOS - Is Not Having a Regular Perio…Updated: 2009-09-08 @ 22:40:31 EDT
A common question of women with PCOS is if not having a regular period is bad for them. Find out if not having a regular period is bad for you here. … - Combination Acne Treatments - Using Combination Acne Treatments to T…Updated: 2009-09-08 @ 22:31:28 EDT
One option for treating mild acne is a combination acne treatment. Learn here about using combination acne treatments, such as Benzamycin and Benzaclin… - Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne - Using Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne TreatmentUpdated: 2009-09-08 @ 22:20:34 EDT
Benzoyl peroxide is a common acne treatment. Learn here about using Benzoyl peroxide for acne treatment… - Salicylic Acid for Acne - Taking Salicylic Acid for AcneUpdated: 2009-09-08 @ 22:06:11 EDT
Salicylic Acid is a common acne treatment. Learn here about using salicylic acid to treat acne… - PCOS and Blood Tests - Diagnosing PCOS and Blood TestsUpdated: 2009-09-08 @ 21:48:42 EDT
This site will explain the process of diagnosing PCOS and blood tests that the doctor may run to aid in proper diagnosis… - Assisted Reproductive Technologies ART - Description of Assisted Rep…Updated: 2009-08-25 @ 17:45:54 EDT
Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) are used to help couples conceive who cannot otherwise. ART is usually used in the lab, accompanying In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)… - Embryo Transfer - What to Expect During an Embryo TransferUpdated: 2009-08-24 @ 22:17:26 EDT
If you are going through the process of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), you may be nervous about your embryo transfer. Learn here what you can expect to happen during your embryo transfer… - Monitoring During IVF - Before You Start Monitoring During IVFUpdated: 2009-08-24 @ 22:11:41 EDT
Frequent monitoring during IVF, usually through blood testing and ultrasounds, is a very important step during the IVF process. Why is frequent monitoring during IVF required?… - Having Weight Loss Surgery for PCOS - Before You Have Weight Loss Su…Updated: 2009-08-24 @ 22:04:30 EDT
Many women who have PCOS are overweight and may benefit from losing weight. Weight loss surgery for PCOS may be an option if you have a significant amount of weight to lose. Learn here all about h… - Atherosclerosis - PCOS and AtherosclerosisUpdated: 2009-08-19 @ 23:09:11 EDT
Atherosclerosis is a potential long term complication of PCOS. Learn here about the relationship between PCOS and atherosclerosis… - PCOS - Coping with PCOSUpdated: 2009-08-12 @ 21:21:19 EDT
Coping with PCOS can be difficult. By educating yourself on the various treatment options and ways to deal with unwanted symptoms, you can gain control over the disease and your life. … - PCOS Treatments - What are the Different PCOS TreatmentsUpdated: 2009-08-12 @ 21:14:36 EDT
Details the PCOS treatment options that a woman may have. Includes PCOS treatments like the descriptions of medications, the role of weight loss, and infertility treatment… - High Blood Pressure - PCOS and High Blood Pressure…Updated: 2009-07-22 @ 10:06:33 EDT
Hypertension is one of the complications that has been associated with PCOS. Learn about hypertension, it's relationship with PCOS and treatment options… - Endometrial Cancer - PCOS and Endometrial Cancer…Updated: 2009-06-28 @ 20:56:59 EDT
Women with PCOS need to be aware of the increased risk of endometrial cancer. A woman who does not get her period regularly is at a greater risk of getting cancer of the endometrium due to the inc…