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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - Cause
06/19/08, HealthwisePremenstrual syndrome (PMS) and the more severe form, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), are linked to changes in the endocrine system, which produces hormones that control the menstrual cycle. Because the female endocrine sy
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - What Increases Your Risk
06/19/08, HealthwiseAlthough the cause of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is poorly understood, a number of risk factors have been noted among women with PMS.
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - Exams and Tests
06/19/08, HealthwiseNo single test can diagnose premenstrual syndrome (PMS). A diagnosis of PMS or the more severe form, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), is usually based on a medical history and a two- or three-cycle menstrual diary that
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Pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises for urinary incontinence in women
09/17/08, HealthwiseExercises that strengthen the pelvic muscles involved in urination are used to treat both stress incontinence and urge incontinence. Pelvic floor (Kegel) exercises are done as follows:
Ovarian Cancer - Cause
07/10/07, HealthwiseThe cause of ovarian cancer is not known. Genetics are a risk factor for some women. A family history of ovarian or breast cancer is found in 10% to 20% of women with ovarian cancer.1 In general, fewer than 2 in 100 women (less th
Ovarian Cancer - What Increases Your Risk
07/10/07, HealthwiseRisk factors for ovarian cancer include:
Ovarian Cancer - Exams and Tests
07/10/07, HealthwiseThere are no reliable screening tests for ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer is confirmed and staged by biopsies that are taken during laparotomy surgery.
Hysterectomy for ovarian cancer
07/10/07, HealthwiseA hysterectomy is the removal of your uterus. The goal of the initial surgery is to remove all visible ovarian cancer. Surgery confirms the diagnosis and stages the cancer, and it is also the initial treatment for the cancer. Your
Anorexia Nervosa - Topic Overview
09/25/07, HealthwiseAnorexia is one of the most common eating disorders. If you would like information about other eating disorders, see the topics Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder.
Bulimia Nervosa - Topic Overview
10/04/07, HealthwiseBulimia is one of the most common eating disorders. If you want information on other eating disorders, see the topics Anorexia Nervosa and Binge Eating Disorder.
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