Muchas mujeres nunca han oído sobre la enfermedad inflamatoria pélvica, también llamada EIP. Se trata de una infección de los órganos reproductivos de la mujer. Es causada por una bacteria que se desplaza a través de la vagina hacia el útero, los ovarios y las trompas de Falopio. La infección puede afectar solamente las trompas de Falopio. O bien, puede afectar el útero, las trompas de Falopio y los ovarios. La EIP puede presentarse en cualquier mujer con una vida sexual activa. Pero es más habitual en mujeres menores de 25 años.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of symptoms that occur in some women during the second half of their menstrual cycle. These symptoms include irritability, anxiety, and depression. This video explains what how PMS develops and what you can do to minimize its effects.
Abnormal uterine bleeding is irregular bleeding during a menstrual cycle that is caused by hormonal problems. The most common hormonal irregularity occurs because the ovary did not produce an egg during that particular cycle. This video explores other causes and when this bleeding is of concern.
Hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure in which the uterus and possibly the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and cervix are removed. The surgery can be done in several ways, one of which is laparoscopically. This video takes a closer look at laparoscopic hysterectomy.
A hysterectomy is a common procedure that some women may need to help stop pain, bleeding, or other problems. It can be done in several ways, one of which is abdominally. In this video, you'll find out medical conditions that may require a hysterectomy and what to expect if you need this procedure.
