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Casablanca Mining Ltd.: company announced that Lautaro Manriquez has been appointed to its Board of Directors.

e. Digital Corp.: company announced it has retained IPMetrics intellectual property Consulting to manage the assessment and monetization of the portfolio of patents Nunchi.

Neurocrine Biosciences Inc.: company announced that it has commenced a Phase IIb Clinical trial for the treatment of uterine fibroids to assess Elagolix.

Overland Storage Inc.: company announced it has been awarded the 5 partner stars of note in ISDN 2013 Partner Program Guide.

Realty Income Corp.: company has evaluated buy again by the firm's brokerage ladenburg Thalmann. The target price is $ 51 per share.

SEC documents showed vice-president Sumit Roy sold the shares at $3,450 per share Tuesday 44,76.

RF Industries Ltd.: SEC documents showed: officer and Director Darren Clark has sold 17,000 shares at $ 6.80 to $ 8.39 per share between Monday and Tuesday. Director William Reynolds exercised 8,000 shares at $ 3.14 to $ 3.75 per share and sold 8,000 shares to $6.80 per share Monday; and president James Doss 27 112 lifted from stock options at $3.78 per share and sold shares at $ 27 112 6.52 per share on March 22.

Trovagene Inc.: company announced it has launched a new test of urine-based for HPV.

Verenium Corp.: company recorded a net loss of 3.6 million $, or 28 cents per share, for the quarter ended December 31.

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Hospital launches a non-invasive technology to treat fibroids-The Hindu

Mirudhubashini Govindarajan, The Hindu Director of clinic, Centre, women and Karthik Kuppusamy, Director-India and (MRI), Wipro, GE Healthcare South Asia, after commissioning of Mr guided focused Technology Centre for women in Coimbatore ultrasound. Photo: Mr. non-invasive technology of Periasamy to treat uterine fibroids and adenomyosis - magnetic resonance guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) technology - was launched in the Womens Center here Tuesday.

Mirudhubashini Govindarajan, explaining the technology, Director Clinical Centre, said it involves the treatment of fibroids and concentrates waves ultrasound instead of surgery adenomyosis using intensive and required no hospitalization and recovery time.

Ultrasonic waves heat and destroy the fibroids and endometriosis tissues that get eliminated by the body over a period of time.

Is an indispensable technology like almost 77% of women suffer from this condition and most of them were unaware of the symptoms.

Karthik Kuppusamy, Director-India and Asia South, MRI, Wipro, GE Healthcare, said that the MRI unit that was involved in it was equipped with diagnostic and therapeutic machines that could make the function or diagnose the presence and State fibroids and their treatment.

It implies the presence of a radiologist and a gynecologist who would oversee the process.

The treatment could be extended to women at the age of 20 to 50 and older who were on the verge of menopause. It was more advantageous for those who suffer from infertility, because the non-surgical procedure removed the fibroids/adenomyosis without scarring the uterus. Mr. Kuppusamy added that the same technology has been explored to treat cancer of the breast, brain, liver and prostate cancer.

Inaugurating the technology to the presence or the Vincent S.M., the mayor or the Coimbatore, Bala Naga Devi, Police search, range of Madurai, said it was a godsend for those who have suffered from this condition and could not make the treatment because of the fear of going under the knife and who could not spare the time to go to the hospital and recovery time at home.

Ludivine N.V., lawyer and Anusha Ravi, Executive Director, group of Institutions, congratulated Park.

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Guided by ultrasound safe, effective for fibroid removal-Medscape

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Ex-husband of real women at home Porsha Williams seeks spousal support...-Daily Mail

By Daily Mail reporter

Published: 20 h 18 pm EST, March 29, 2013 | Last updated: 20:18 EST, March 29, 2013

 

Porsha Williams was blinded earlier this week, when she discovered that her husband, Kordell Stewart, had filed for divorce without his knowledge.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta star, however, now has a task action.

Reports TMZ , 31 years old presented his own papers for divorce through his counsel, that it is seeking two major advantages: alimony and the use of their mansion in Atlanta.

'Disappointed': Star Porsha Williams of the Real Housewives said Monday that its former star the mari Kordell Stewart NFL "deceived" it after she discovered on the internet that he was producing for divorce

Quarterback: Stewart, seen here on the field, has been at the center of rumors gay

In the initial presentation of former NFL, Kordell, 40, had said that his wife did not need spousal support.

Conversely, the Attorney of Porsha argued that she stopped his career to be the wife and mother to her child from a previous relationship he needed.

"Ms. Stewart had held the filing for a divorce herself and remains committed to the marriage because Mr. Stewart has promised to work on the marriage with her," Porsha rep told Us Weekly.

But Kordell decision to divorce without knowing his wife shows no sign that he was dedicated to work on the marriage.

"[Kordell] found its subject and it misled the deposit in the media," his representative said."

"Ms. Stewart hopes to resolve these personal problems private with the support of his family, friends and the strength of the faith", added the spokesman.

The quarterback's NFL single 40-year-old filed legal papers in Fulton County Superior Court in Georgia on 22 March, TMZ reports.

Kordell, who went by the nickname of Slash during his days on the ground and Alvaro have no children together, although it doesn't have a child from a previous relationship.

The news comes in the middle of ongoing speculation about the sexuality of Kordell.

Three months ago only the granddaughter of Real Housewives of Atlanta Porsha Hosea Williams civil rights leader, has defended her husband during a radio interview, when asked about rumors that he was gay.

TV star: Porsha, seen from the far right, co-stars of Real Housewives of Atlanta Kandi Burruss, left, NeNe leaks out, Phaedra parks, Cynthia Bailey and Kenya Moore

Host of Breakfast Club of power 105 FM Charlemagne Tha God asked Porsha in December riding: you know, there was a lot of gay rumors Kordell at any given time. He [allegedly] took in the Park in Pittsburgh and the police didn't turn him because he was a star quarterback. "

Layna replied: "I don't know all the details or everything. There are lies out there on the Internet about all kinds of celebrities.

"One thing that I don't [know] is my husband loves me and he put it down and I will be with him forever." It is more human to me I've ever met. »

Devoted wife: Porsha, photographed in January, shot return of rumors that her husband was gay by saying: "one thing I don't [know] is my husband loves me and he put it down and I will be with him forever."

Porsha and Kordell married may 21, 2011. At the beginning of 2012 Porsha suffered a miscarriage due to uterine fibroids.

In the divorce papers, Kordell says that marriage is "irretrievably broken" and that they separated, according to TMZ.

He said also there is no marital assets to be divided, this writing which suggests a prenuptial agreement was signed: "[it is]" an able-bodied person, earning and is capable of supporting itself. ".

Kordell, who is now a co-host of talk-show radio sport with Atlanta WZGC 92.9 Syre, The Game has a son from a previous relationship with Tania Richardson.

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Health Matters: Robotic myemectomy - NBC2 News

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FORT MYERS, FL -

Fibroid tumors sound much worse than they are.

"A fibroid is a benign mass that occurs in the uterus most commonly. About 60% of all women have fibroids and the individual fibroid itself, is a benign non-cancerous mass," says Dr. Sarah DiGiorgi, ob/gyn on Lee Memorial Health System's medical staff.

Common - yes, but welcome - no. For many women they present problems.

"The problems that people have when they have fibroids are heavy bleeding, irregular bleeding; pressure symptoms if they're really large. They can push forward on the bladder and cause urgency, frequency urination," says Dr. DiGiorgi.

They can also complicate getting pregnant.

"Number one, if there are a number of fibroids that are all within the lining of the uterus called the endometrium and it can make it difficulty for pregnancy to implant. The second complication, if they are growing near the tube or where the tube comes in from the uterus it can kind of block off that entrance and the sperm can't enter," says Dr. DiGiorgi.

For those reasons, many women want their fibroids removed. The procedure is called myomectomy. But they have to balance the prospect of surgery with the overall benefit. New robotic techniques may make that choice easier.

"Absolutely, so the daVinci robot is minimally invasive surgery, smaller incisions on the abdomen in order to have a shorter recovery time," says Dr. DiGiorgi.

The robot offers doctors much more dexterity and by operating through a series of small poke holes, patients have much less trauma to the body. Especially compared to traditional open surgery.

"If you have open surgery, we usually tell people you can't drive for two weeks while they're still taking medication. You're able to go back to work in six weeks you don't feel 100% like yourself until eight weeks. As far as robot surgery, those people are usually out of the hospital within 24 hours, and they only need narcotics for a couple of days and most people are usually back to work within two weeks," says Dr. DiGiorgi.

Location of the fibroids is a factor in whether someone is a candidate for a robotic myomectomy. But for the right person it can make their decision and surgery, simpler.

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Doctors remove 44 fibroids using laproscopy, save woman's uterus - Hindustan Times

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For the past year, Sudha Sen’s (name changed ) bloating abdomen drew unnecessary attention. But fearing of losing her uterus stopped this 38-year-old physiotherapist, from availing treatment despite being diagnosed with multiple fibroids in the uterus four years ago.

 “It

felt like I was pregnant. In the last two years, my stomach kept growing. I tried exercising and kept popping painkillers to cope with the pain,” said Sen, who had consulted several doctors, all of whom had recommended hysterectomy (removal of the uterus).

Sen, who worked in the United kingdom, was terrified of losing her uterus and finally decided to seek a second opinion in India.  She consulted senior gynaecologist Dr Kiran Coelho, who assured Sen that her fibroids should be removed laparoscopically, saving her uterus.

“When she visited me, she suffered from a terrible backache because of the sheer weight of the fibroids,” said Dr Coelho.

According to doctors, one in five women can have fibroids during their child-bearing age.

On February 5, doctors at Hinduja Healthcare Surgical, Khar, removed 44 variably sized fibroids from Sen’s uterus in a four-hour surgery. “Our aim was to preserve the uterus, so she can conceive in the future,” said Dr Coelho, adding that this is the first time that 44 uterine fibroids were removed laproscopically.

Doctors said that Sen’s case  has shown that a women suffering from multiple fibroids need not lose her uterus.

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Treatment of uterine fibroids in Thailand by the hospital Vejthani hospital-MarketWatch (press release)

BANGKOK, March 15, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) - hospital Vejthani Bangkok Hospital recommends that the way to cure uterine fibroids (myoma) to the Vejthani hospital's women's health. You suffer from uterine fibroids? If you feel pain for pelvic pain or you notice symptoms caused by uterine fibroids, you should contact a doctor and check any growth as soon as possible.

A myoma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor that develops in the muscle tissue of the uterus. It may be a myoma dominating in the uterus, or a set of several tiny myomas. Myoma size varies more from a melon to as small as a coin.

20-50% or women of childbearing age have uterine myoma. While many women experience any problems, the symptoms can be severe enough to require treatment. For example, a very large myoma can cause the uterus to expand to the size of six or seven months pregnancy.

Treatment of myoma options

There are a number of treatment options for uterine myoma (fibroid). In the past, the most common treatment was a hysterectomy. Today, there are several treatment options to choose from so that women with symptomatic myoma (fibroid) may choose a more suitable option.

Medical treatment

Masculinizing removing drugs such as (GnRH analogues, composed of progestin, antiprogestins), to reduce a heavy period. Unfortunately, medical treatment usually causes symptoms similar to menopause such as hot flashes, mood swings and bone loss. Fibroid symptoms return generally if the treatment stops. Birth control pills reduce the heavy period associated with fibroids, but do not stop the growth of fibroids.

Surgical treatment

The most common surgical treatment for fibroids is a hysterectomy, a procedure where the fibroids are removed as well as the uterus. Another surgical treatment is the myomectomy, removal or just the fibroids. The two procedures required general anesthesia, until at the Hospital four days stay and the payback period of 4 to 6 weeks. In general, the myomectomy is more delicate than hysterectomy surgery and is associated with a recurrence rate of 20-25% over five years. One advantage of hysterectomy, is that fibroids can grow since the uterus is removed.

Surgery of uterine fibroids hospital Vejthani hospital Bangkok sacrifices treatment at Vejthani hospital Health Centre of women such as surgery hysterectomy and the myomectomy. We provide the latest medical equipment and friendly services in Bangkok, Thailand. Our certified specialists and hospital staff will treat you well. Contact us today.

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The Acessa™ System Now Approved In Mexico To Treat Symptomatic Uterine ... - PR Newswire (press release)

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LIVERMORE, Calif., Feb. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Halt Medical, Inc. announced today that on January 18, 2013, COFEPRIS, a division within the Mexican Ministry of Health (Secretaria de Salud) responsible for medical device oversight, issued registration for the Acessa System to treat symptomatic uterine fibroids.

"Mexico is the second largest market for medical devices in Latin America," said Jeffrey Cohen , Halt's Chief Executive Officer. "We are very excited to have the opportunity to expand our market reach to virtually all of North America."

According to the Centers for Disease Control, fibroids are the leading cause for hysterectomy procedures worldwide. The Acessa System is used in a minimally invasive same-day surgery procedure where a slender Handpiece is used to deliver radiofrequency energy to the fibroid, after which the fibroid is re-absorbed by the surrounding tissue. Acessa treats just the fibroids, preserving the normal function of the uterus.  Patients typically go home the same day with little pain and experience rapid recovery and return to normal activities.

"The Acessa Procedure will be of great benefit to many women suffering from symptomatic uterine fibroids in Mexico," added Dr. Jose G. Garza Leal , Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Hospital Universitario Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico. "We look forward to the continued advancement of care for our fibroid patients with this technology."

Cohen further stated, "From Canada to Mexico, over 10 million women are at risk to the debilitating symptoms of uterine fibroids; including heavy menstrual bleeding, pain, and bulking. According to 94% of the patients in our IDE trial, their symptoms were resolved following treatment with the Acessa Procedure."

About Halt Medical, Inc.

Founded in 2004, Halt Medical is a medical device company focused on establishing a new standard of care for women with symptomatic uterine fibroids. The Company has developed and launched the Acessa System and Procedure, using radiofrequency energy to destroy uterine fibroids. The results of both U.S. and international trials have led to the clearance of the product by the FDA for use in percutaneous, laparoscopic coagulation and ablation of soft tissue, including treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids under laparoscopic ultrasound guidance. The Acessa System also has regulatory approval to treat symptomatic uterine fibroids in the European Union, Canada, and Mexico. The Company is located in Brentwood, CA.  For information about the Acessa System, please visit www.haltmedical.com.

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Is It Serious? 8 Health Symptoms Women Should Not Ignore - EmpowHer

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Often it’s hard to distinguish between what’s normal and what needs a doctor's attention. Here are the most common health symptoms women should not ignore.

Symptom #1: Pelvic Pain

Chronic pelvic pain can indicate benign uterine fibroids, endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease.

“Fortunately, most pelvic discomfort isn’t related to ovarian cancer, but women should know the disease’s unremitting constellation of symptoms,” Holly Puritz, MD, FACOG, an obstetrician and gynecologist told WebMD.

The constellation of symptoms can include abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating and cramps nausea, diarrhea, abdominal swelling, constipation, or sudden unexplained weight change.

“If you have two weeks of bloating, pelvic pressure, and frequent urination -- and every day, you have it -- that’s a potential sign you should be checked for possible symptoms of ovarian cancer,” said Puritz in WebMD.

Symptom #2: Irregular Vaginal Bleeding

Irregular vaginal bleeding could come from multiple causes that aren’t serious including perimenopause, uterine fibroids or polyps, reported WebMD.

For bleeding after sex, Redbook.com wrote that an unlikely culprit could be chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection. The least common scenario would be cervical cancer.

One common cause for spotting between periods is not taking oral contraceptives at the same time every day. Less likely culprits are uterine fibroids. And the least common scenario is endometrial cancer, which frequently causes irregular vaginal bleeding in premenopausal women, wrote Redbook.com.

Symptom #3: Abnormal Vaginal Discharge

Abnormal vaginal discharge may signify an easily treatable infection, said HealthCentral.com. This includes a yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis. MDAnderson.org warned that vaginal discharge colored with blood is sometimes a sign of cervical or endometrial cancer.

Symptom #4: Persistent Itch

Redbook.com wrote that the most common cause is a yeast infection.

We value and respect our HERWriters' experiences, but everyone is different. Many of our writers are speaking from personal experience, and what's worked for them may not work for you. Their articles are not a substitute for medical advice, although we hope you can gain knowledge from their insight.

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Kaufman: Chinese medicine addresses female hormone imbalance - Kelowna Capital News

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A hormonal imbalance occurs when there is too much estrogen relative to progesterone in a woman’s body, also referred to as estrogen dominance.

In a normal cycle, estrogen and progesterone hormones work together to maintain a woman’s menstrual cycle, each playing an important role.

When a hormone balance occurs and estrogen levels are too high, it can lead to many problems with a woman’s reproductive cycle, from PMS symptoms to menstrual problems or irregular periods, to mood swings, abdominal weight gain, increased levels of stress hormones, uterine fibroids, and an increased risk of osteoporosis, heart disease and breast cancer.

There are many causes for an estrogen-progesterone hormone imbalance. These include aging, stress, birth control pills, and lifestyle factors like diet and weight.

The use of hormonal birth control and the perimenopause stage of life are probably the two biggest factors.

Current hormonal birth control pills rely on high dose estrogen to suppress ovulation combined with progestin to make the endometrial lining of the uterus thin and to dry out the cervical mucus.

Compared to average estrogen levels during the normal menstrual cycle, current hormonal contraceptives cause about four times higher estrogen in the body.

Often when women go off the pill, they experience higher than normal estrogen levels that lead to symptoms of PMS, menstrual cycle issues, and mood swings.

To aggravate things, this often coincides with a woman entering the perimenopause stage of her life, when natural estrogen dominance often occurs because estrogen levels are naturally much higher and progesterone levels naturally much lower than normal.

A hormone imbalance can be diagnosed as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, depression or anxiety disorder, restless legs syndrome, and digestive or bowel disorders.

Is this caused by a hormone imbalance, aggravated by a hormone imbalance, or a misdiagnosis?

Whatever the case, a hormone imbalance can lead to a drastic decrease in quality of life and cause very real difficulties in a woman’s daily life, from mood problems to sleep problems, to menstrual cycle problems.

It can be a complex problem to treat, and many women are dissatisfied with medications or hormone replacement as a solution.

Thankfully, acupuncture and Chinese medicine offer an effective and safe option for managing and resolving a hormone imbalance.

Acupuncture has a regulating effect on the body and can help to promote normal functioning of various systems, from hormone levels to sleep cycle, energy levels, moods, and digestion.

By looking at the various symptoms that are presenting, we can determine the areas of the body that are not functioning properly and treat the root cause of the problem.

This almost always involves the liver not functioning properly as it plays a very important role in the regulation of emotions and of the menstrual cycle.

As the body regains healthy equilibrium and these causes are treated, the hormones begin to normalize and the symptoms will begin to lessen.

Over time and with continued treatments, the body’s imbalance should resolve.

Hormone imbalances can be complex to treat and often lifestyle factors play an important role in successfully managing and resolving them.

This includes managing stress levels and emotional stress, getting regular exercise, maintaining a regular sleep-wake schedule, staying hydrated, and a healthy diet.

While these seem like common sense strategies, they are indeed pillars of good health and help us to maintain good health throughout the many changes we face in life.

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Lying About Age to Your Doctor Could Have Serious Repercussions - AllAfrica.com

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Par Diana Nabiruma, 26 mars 2013

« Elle dit qu'elle est 55, à deux ans de plus que ma mère, », a dit Judith. Elle raconte, « une fois, après que qu'elle avait dit le médecin elle est 55, ma mère averti lui, lui disant qu'il est important d'informer le médecin de l'âge. Elle [la grand-mère] lui a dit à laisse-la tranquille, "Judith dit, ajoutant qu'après cette conversation, sa mère soit la vieille femme.

Mais elle ne devrait pas avoir laisser aller. L'âge est important dans le diagnostic des maladies, la détermination des doses appropriées de la médecine et le traitement de qu'un médecin donne à un patient. Par exemple, un 15-year-old qui révèle un docteur qu'elle est 18 peuvent obtenir des informations destinées à un adulte.

Elle peut être donnée d'informations sur les méthodes contraceptives disponibles (autre que l'abstinence) ; renseignements Dr Vincent Karuhanga dit n'est pas censé être donné à des filles mineures. Une jeune fille qui entreprend sexuelle rencontre plus tôt que ses contemporains a plus de risques d'attraper des maladies sexuellement transmissibles, cancer du col utérin et les grossesses précoces.

J'ai visité Nestor, 38, a failli mourir pendant l'accouchement à l'hôpital Mulago, après que elle a dit la sage-femme qu'elle était de 28. Tandis que les femmes de 18 à 34 ans sont considérées comme naturellement leur place pour les rigueurs de l'accouchement, leurs homologues ou 35 ans et au-dessus, peut également convenir à la maternité, mais sont payée une attention particulière dans les hôpitaux parce que les anciens organes viennent avec leurs propres problèmes.

Mais il y avait j'ai visted Nestor, se tordant et gémissant de douleur pendant des heures sur le sol suite au cinquième étage, l'hôpital Mulago de travail avec les « autres jeunes mères son âge » passer quelques instants et de marcher avec leurs bébés. Lorsqu'il était évident qu'elle ne faisait aucun progrès, une sage-femme l'a aidée en tirant le bébé, mais un jour plus tard, elle a développé des douleurs abdominales sévères et une infirmière de service a découvert qu'elle avait encore des caillots de sang que son système n'avait pas expulsé.

Plus tôt sur, sa mère qui avait été en lisant son dossier s'est rendu compte que dans l'espace laissé pour l'âge, j'ai visted que Nestor avait renseigné 28 ! Pas étonnant que les sages-femmes attendue de son système de toujours travailler comme sur des roulettes !

Gynécologue-obstétricien, Dr Miriam Mahawar, dit qu'il est important pour les femmes enceintes ou les femmes qui visitent le gynécologue pour divulguer leur âge réel, parce que "chaque âge a ses défis. Pour les très jeunes, les moins de 18 ans, les risques sont différents. Ils sont également différents de ceux de plus de 40 ou plus de 50 ".

Mercy a dit qu'il est « très très important d'informer le médecin son âge ». Il explique que l'âge est un facteur déterminant en faisant un diagnostic approprié.

« Certaines maladies sont plus fréquentes dans certaines tranches d'âge, » dit-il. Peut-être certains d'entre nous ont appris que le cancer de la prostate est plus fréquent chez les hommes au-dessus de 65 (Dr Fred Okuku de l'Institut de Cancer de l'Ouganda témoigne de cela.) Ou que les fibromes utérins sont plus susceptibles de survenir chez les filles en âge de procréer, autant ceux de niveau supérieur de 20 ou 30 ans.

Diana (pas cet auteur) a connu ses premières menstruations douloureuses quelques mois en arrière. Elle a appelé son médecin qui, après avoir entendu comment douloureuses, les crampes, avait été posé des questions sur l'âge de Diana. « Vous êtes 25? » demanda-t-il, et Diana, demandez ce que son âge avait à voir avec cela dit que non, elle était de 26.

Le médecin a ensuite pour dire que ses crampes pourraient avoir été causés par le stress, une infection ou des fibromes, l'un des symptômes des fibromes est atrocement douloureuses crampes menstruelles. Lui a demandé de faire un scan pour éliminer les fibromes. Elle est encore à déterminer la cause de la menstruation douloureuse, mais a elle a menti sur son âge chez le médecin, ils ne pourraient pas ont examiné la question des fibromes utérins.

L'âge joue un rôle dans la détermination des doses de médicament donné. Cela est particulièrement vrai pour les enfants. Il est également vrai pour les personnes âgées. Pour certains médicaments, koblavi dit, les personnes âgées sont données des dosages plus faibles que leurs collègues plus jeunes. C'est les cas avec-hommes, prenez note-Viagra.

« Un homme qui a l'air jeune et se trouve sur son âge chez le médecin et est donné le Viagra à des doses plus élevées que nécessaire aura des problèmes, » dit Mercy. Plus de doses ou de Viagra sont connus pour avoir des effets secondaires tels que maux de tête, gastriques et une vision floue.

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Study: Childhood trauma, fibroids linked, the Grio

Research has found some coping skills are associated with inflammation in the body, which can make one more vulnerable to the health problems such as fibroids. © Monkey Business - Fotolia.com

Research conducted within the health study of black women at the Boston University School of Public Health recently found a link between abuse and fibroids. The study, published in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, included 9,910 black around women in the country and found a higher incidence or fibroids in women who had been abused from childhood (physical or sexual) compared with women who had not known of any abuse.

Uterine fibroids is a non-cancerous tumor that develops in the lining of the uterus. Fibroids can grow as a single tumor, or there may be several. Most fibroids cause no symptoms, but women who have symptoms may experience heavy bleeding, pain during sex and complications during pregnancy and labour.

Black women are three times more likely to have fibroids than white women. Black women are also more likely to be diagnosed at an earlier age, have fibroids grow faster and are more likely to have symptoms.

Unfortunately, the researchers do not know what causes fibroids. Dr. Wise, the principal investigator on the black women's health study, said if confirmed by future studies, the childhood abuse could be added to the list of possible causes of fibroids. It considers that the conclusions of the study are very useful for those in the field of health. "The findings may sensitize practitioners of health that women who have experienced the strains such as childhood abuse can present a high risk for fibroids."

Many women lament on how tired and stressed out that they feel. What they do not know, is that stress might make them sick. The researchers concluded that stress increases the risk for many physical health problems. Dr. Amani Nuru-cast, associate professor at UC Berkeley School of Public Health and an expert on the impact of stress and health explains, "stress finds its place in our bodies and has physical consequences, such as the development of chronic diseases like fibroids... sexual abuse are considered to be a factor in chronic stress because these experiences can stay with a person long after it happened. The experience of stress can be repeated again and again until the problem is resolved."

Dr. Gail Wyatt, clinical psychologist, sex therapist and Director of the UCLA Center for Culture, trauma and mental health disparities found in his research that women with a history of childhood abuse have much higher levels of stress. However, she said, "this problem is so complex that many factors must be considered when we look at the impact of the abuse of children on health; including a consistent lack of health care that can influence the outcome. "Wyatt is also author or stolen women: Reclaiming Our sexuality, taking Back Our Lives.

Dr. Paula Randolph, practice of the gynecologist and Clinical Assistant Professor at the Columbia University Medical Center also believes that there are several possible explanations. Dr. Randolph says, women who are victims of violence are more likely to complain of abdominal pain and can occur to the doctor more than others. This would lead in the testing and discovery of fibroids".

If you have abuse in childhood, this does not mean that you intended to have fibroids. Women's health study found that women who have been abused as children, but got support from others - family, friends, tips - were less likely to get fibroids than those without support.

Dr Nuru-cast or UC Berkeley adds that his research has found some coping skills are associated with inflammation in the body, which can make one more vulnerable to the health problems such as fibroids. She explains: 'these coping skills including things like the deletion of his emotions,.' do not ask for help, without consider the pain and take care of others at the expense of itself have been associated with health problems her research found that many black women identify with the idea of being a superwoman and even if it can give one a sense of control, it can also be bad for their health because it leads to them not getting help when they notice that something is wrong.

Here are a few recommendations for black women who may be affected by chronic stress:

Beware of becoming a "Superwoman". Take more time for personal care, including going to the doctor as soon as you notice a problem.Be not annoyed by traumatic experiences, you've had in your childhood. Speak with a trained professional - adviser, head of the faith, therapist - on abuse experiences you have had.Asking for assistance, or families and friends. Ask others for help with household chores and child care.Model healthy habits for your children. Teaching the next generation of girls and young women about the importance of the management of stress and social support.

Dr. Scyatta a. Wallace is an award-winning Expert psychologist/Teen, Associate Professor of psychology and founder of the Janisaw company. The work of Dr. Wallace focuses on health issues affecting young people and families.

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FertileHeart.com Founder Julia Indichova Presents Free Webinar “Unexplained ... - eReleases (press release)

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WOODSTOCK, N.Y., March 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ – On Wednesday, March 20 at 8:30 p.m. EDT, www.FertileHeart.com founder/author Julia Indichova will facilitate a free webinar/teleconference focused on overcoming fertility related challenges, commonly referred to as unexplained infertility. Participants are welcome to register for the call through the events page of Fertile Heart http://www.fertileheart.com/calendar-3/.

Unexplained infertility is a particularly frustrating diagnosis for the women and couples wrestling with infertility, since it implies that the fertility specialist treating the patient doesn’t know why they can’t conceive. If the doctor has no answers, where can they look for help?

The most common mainstream medical approach to unexplained infertility is to administer Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate). The use of Clomid is often accompanied with intrauterine inseminations and if no pregnancy occurs, the couple will be advised to move on to in vitro fertilization for as many as 6 menstrual cycles.

“What I repeatedly see in my practice,” says Indichova, “is that these commonly used ovulation inducing fertility drugs not only don’t address the possible underlying causes of infertility, they can disrupt hormonal balance and mute the body’s call for attention.

“As I see it, unexplained infertility simply means that whatever it is that blocks conception or a full term pregnancy has not yet manifested in the body in a way that can be detected by current standard testing. That, to me, is good news. The fertility challenged patient might be given a once in a lifetime opportunity to repair latent depletion on a physical and emotional level which, if ignored, might lead to much more serious health issues later in life.”

Indichova encourages basic infertility testing such as a hormonal panel, endometrial biopsy, hysterosalpinogram, post coital test, and semen analysis, as an important part of the diagnostic process. In addition to the basic infertility work-up, she advocates women and couples would be wise to educate themselves about the commonly omitted tests such as thyroid function, blood levels of vitamin D and other nutrients and heavy metal toxicity, all of which have been linked to hormonal issues and failed fertility treatments.

Achieving a full term pregnancy, whether you are told you have unexplained infertility or explained infertility caused by so called “advanced maternal age,” PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, or poor morphology — is still one of the challenges where certainty eludes even the best and the brightest. More than three decades after Dr. Edwards’ historic IVF birth announcement and millions of dollars spent on research, the chance of a healthy baby after treatment, remains low: 28.2% for women under 35, falling to 10.6% for women 40- 42.

The Indichova-Baum-Ovum-Work (I-BOW) fertility enhancing program, which emerged through Julia Indichova’s own infertility journey and consequent research and counseling, empowers women and men to assess a broad range of factors that affect fertility. The program’s carefully crafted mind body tools help identify obstacles linked to lifestyle, diet, environment and emotional conflicts, supporting participants in fully engaging in their own healing.

Chef Edward Baum, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, co-founder of Fertile Heart and Julia’s husband created the fertility-friendly recipes that are part of the I-BOW approach to reproductive wellness.

The program has been endorsed by leading fertility specialists and integrative health practitioners. Marc Goldstein M.D., F.A.C.S. Surgeon-in-Chief at Cornell Institute for Reproductive Medicine and author of The Couples Guide to Fertility calls the program “a most valuable resource and guide to the intangibles that surely contribute to difficulty in conceiving.”

Participants in the March 20 “Unexplained Infertility: If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It” webinar are welcome to email Fertile Heart at Email with questions prior to the call.

Julia Indichova is the author of The Fertile Female: How the Power of Longing for a Child Can Save Your Life and Change the World (Adell Press, 2007)  Inconceivable  (Three Rivers Press 2001) and the What to Expect from a Fertility Expert e-book (Adell Press 2013)  The Fertile Heart™ Ovum Program  emerged through a decade and a half of counseling. Indichova’s work has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America and other outlets. For more information on workshops and support resources, visit www.FertileHeart.com.

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Pay attention to your pee - Independent Online

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London - A changed in the characteristic wavy pattern of a man’s urine stream could point to problems with urine flow and, in turn, the prostate, say scientists at Queen Mary, University of London.

Flow for men and women should be steady and continuous and there shouldn’t be a strain at the end, says Vijay Sangar, a urological surgeon at the Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester.

In men, an intermittent flow with a dribble at the end could be a sign of an enlarged prostate, a benign condition that occurs with age.

In women, intermittent flow may be a sign of polyps (small growths), fibroids or ovarian cysts, says Luciano Nardo, consultant gynaecologist at BMI The Alexandra Hospital in Cheadle.

These can reduce the capacity of the bladder.

It could also point to cystitis, all of which need to be treated by your GP. - Daily Mail

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Montefiore Medical Center first hospital United States to perform the procedure after the FDA approval

Newswise — NEW YORK (March 14, 2013) - Montefiore Medical Center became the first hospital in the United States to use radiofrequency ablation to shrink uterine fibroids among women since the procedure was approved by the Food and Drug Administration last year. This minimally invasive procedure, originally used to treat liver cancer, uses a tiny needle that emits an electrical current of low energy directly to the fibroid to destroy it.

"About a third of women suffer from fibroids, which can cause excessive menstrual bleeding and pain," said Scott Chudnoff, M.D., Director of Gynecology at Montefiore. 'This minimally invasive procedure may avoid the need for a hysterectomy and provide women with a new option that preserves the uterus.'

Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the uterus. They are the most common tumor in the reproductive years and are two to three times more common among African American women. Symptoms can be heavy or painful menstrual bleeding, feeling of heaviness in the basin, frequent urination, pain during intercourse, abdominal bloating and backache. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomy, which are the most common surgical procedures for women after cesarean section. More than 200,000 hysterectomies are performed in the United States each year because of fibroids.

Until this procedure has been developed, treatment was to cut through the layers of healthy tissue to gain access to fibroids or remove the uterus completely. Radiofrequency ablation allows the surgeon to treat only the fibroids while preserving the normal function of the uterus. Generally, patients go home the same day with little pain and returned to regular activities within five days.

Montefiore was one of 12 medical centres in the country to the new test procedure and Dr. Chudnoff has been one of the leading clinical researchers who have studied the procedure in the clinical trial.

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Local couples seeking fertility treatments now have closer options - Lancaster Newspapers

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After seven surgeries, four in vitro fertilization attempts and two miscarriages, Rose is finally where she wants to be: six months pregnant.

Rose, who asked that her real name not be used, had trouble conceiving a baby due to uterine fibroids. For a year, she commuted from Lancaster to the Philadelphia area for regular testing and monitoring.

Rose's treatment got much more convenient last August, when her doctors, Abington Reproductive Medicine, opened Lancaster Fertility.

"Instead of having to get up at 5 in the morning, drive an hour to Philly and come back to work, I could just go a mile down the street," Rose says.

In many cases, local OB/GYNs can diagnose and treat infertility. But couples who need closer monitoring and more advanced procedures may be referred to a fertility specialist. Until recently, infertility treatment often required travel to bigger cities. Now local couples have more options closer to home.

In the past several months, two established fertility centers opened area offices, and an existing Lancaster practice expanded its staff and hours.

Infertility treatment often requires multiple appointments in a short period. Having nearby options can help reduce a couple's stress, says Lancaster Fertility's Dr. Michael I. Sobel, who is board-certified in reproductive endocrinology and obstetrics/gynecology.

"We really cater to the needs of couples in terms of … work schedules and the numerous visits sometimes required to reach their goals," he says.

Rose's fourth IVF attempt succeeded last summer. Early in her pregnancy, she had regular follow-up ultrasounds at Lancaster Fertility.

"(Infertility) was very emotional, very stressful and very scary," she says. "It really helps to (be able to) do it locally."

Abington opens Lancaster office

Lancaster Fertility registered nurse Robin Rohrer says the advent of electronic medical records has allowed Abington to expand and successfully manage the logistics of six locations.

"I felt for many years there really should be something in Lancaster," says Rohrer, who lives in Bowmansville.

Lancaster Fertility, 1059 Columbia Ave., offers testing and treatment. The staff can prescribe fertility medications and perform intrauterine insemination.

Couples who need IVF can have testing and monitoring done in Lancaster but must travel to Abington for egg retrieval and embryo transfer.

Lancaster Fertility offers appointments 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Practice staff is available by phone weekdays to answer questions and make appointments.

"We're trying to reach out to young couples who are stressed to the max … and can't miss work," says Sobel, a Franklin & Marshall College graduate. "At least they can be in their backyard during the course of treatment."

Shady Grove

In September, Shady Grove Fertility Center opened an office in Wyomissing, about 10 minutes from Adamstown and 25 minutes from Ephrata.

Shady Grove, based near Washington, D.C., has 21 locations, including Chesterbrook, Chester County, and a limited-service Harrisburg office.

"We were seeing quite a few patients coming to us from the Pennsylvania area," practice development manager Kathy Houser says. "It seemed like the right time to (expand)."

Shady Grove will open a Bala Cynwyd office this spring and may expand services in Harrisburg. The group holds regular infertility seminars in the region.

The Wyomissing and Chesterbrook centers offer testing and treatment, including IVF and a donor egg program. Dr. Abraham K. Munabi is board-certified in reproductive endocrinology and obstetrics/gynecology.

Shady Grove has a "shared risk" program that promises a full refund if a couple does not deliver a healthy baby.

Patients must meet age and other criteria to participate in the shared risk program. Shady Grove estimates that nearly 70 percent of patients would qualify.

Practice development liaison Christina Schmidt says the program might especially appeal to local couples because unlike some states, Pennsylvania does not mandate insurance coverage for IVF.

"That's a big piece of why people are coming," she says. "I think it's giving people some hope that they didn't feel before."

Fertility Center

Dr. Robert Filer opened the Fertility Center in 1987, with locations in York and at Lancaster General's Suburban Outpatient Pavilion, 2108 Harrisburg Pike.

Until last August, the Lancaster office was open part-time.

"With just a physician and a nurse practitioner covering two offices, it was difficult to be there full-time like we wanted to be," Filer says.

Dr. Melanie Ochalski joined Filer last summer, allowing the Lancaster office to open five days a week.

The expanded hours mean that local patients no longer have to drive to York for testing when the Lancaster center is closed.

"Sometimes fertility treatments can require a rigorous schedule," Ochalski says. "Being able to accommodate patients goes a long way."

Filer and Ochalski are board-certified in obstetrics/gynecology. Ochalski is board-eligible in reproductive endocrinology.

The Lancaster office offers testing and treatment, including fertility medications and intrauterine insemination.

Patients who need IVF can have testing and monitoring done in Lancaster but must go to York for egg retrieval and embryo transfer. Setting up an additional IVF laboratory in Lancaster would be cost-prohibitive, Filer says.

Also, the center now freezes eggs for women who don't have cancer or another medical condition, but simply want to preserve their fertility.

Convenient path

In fall 2011, Samantha, who asked that her real name not be used, suffered an ectopic pregnancy. After two surgeries, she stopped ovulating.

Samantha's OB/GYN referred her to Abington for closer monitoring. "They had just opened an office in Lancaster, so that was nice," she says.

Sobel found and corrected a uterine abnormality that could have caused repeat miscarriages. He also prescribed medication to induce ovulation.

Samantha is now three months pregnant. "I didn't think that would ever happen," she says.

Samantha had early-pregnancy ultrasounds at Lancaster Fertility. She plans to visit one more time this summer — to show off her new baby.

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Neurocrine begins the Phase IIb Clinical trial for fibroids uterine treatment-San Diego Business Journal

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Neurocrine Biosciences Inc. initiated a Phase IIb Clinical trial to evaluate its drug based on the synthetic hormone that treats non-cancerous tumors of the uterus called uterine fibroids.

The drug, called Elagolix, is being developed jointly with pharmaceutical developer based in Chicago, that abbvie Neurocrine Biosciences Inc. has entered into a collaboration and license agreement for the drug in 2010. with Abbott Laboratories in 2010, before the yarn sector become a separate company, AbbVie.

Neurocrine Biosciences Abbott paid an advance of $75 million, with provisions to extend up to 480 million $, based on the additional development and events focused on the regulatory payments. Neurocrine Biosciences commercialization could bring an additional $ 50 million $, plus a percentage of sales in the world.

"Based on the positive results of the fibroids uterine Phase IIa trials, uterine AbbVie in Phase IIb Elagolix for fibroids has progressed," Kevin Gorman, president and CEO of Neurocrine Biosciences, said in a statement. "We are satisfied with this promotion, as well as the Phase III program in endometriosis, and I look forward further development of Elagolix in these two diseases States which have high needs unmet medical needs."

About 250,000 hysterectomies are performed each year, associated with uterine fibroids.

Neurocrine Biosciences, a company listed on the Nasdaq, has a market capitalization of 759 million $.

-Staff report the SDBJ

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Esyma drug for utrerine fibroids gets go-ahead - Scotsman

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The drug, called Esmya, is the first oral treatment for uterine fibroids. These are benign tumours found in the uterus that can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, iron-deficiency anaemia, abdominal pain, an enlarged abdomen and bladder or bowel pressure, as well as infertility.

The drug gives women an option other than an injection for excessive bleeding and fibroid size reduction prior to surgery

The licence from the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) means the drug can now be prescribed generally in treatment.

The advantages and cost benefits of Esmya were demonstrated in a comprehensive clinical trials programme prior to the SMC licensing it for prescription, with two of the most significant studies being published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine.

There is a genetic predisposition to the condition among black and Asian women, but it also affects a quarter of white females of reproductive age.

The SMC decision was welcomed by clinicians and patient groups.

Professor Mary Ann Lumsden, head of development medicine at the University of Glasgow and honorary consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist for NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, said: “It is a common condition.

“I do see a lot of women who do have fibroids and are significantly symptomatic, so it is important for women of Scotland.”

She stressed that there were still a lot of studies to be carried out on the drug and its uses, but added that it was a “major step forward”.

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Halt Medical Announces The First Commercial Use Of the Acessa(TM) System - MarketWatch (press release)

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LIVERMORE, Calif., March 12, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Halt Medical, Inc. announced that Dr. Jay M. Berman, M.D., FACOG, has performed the first commercial Acessa Procedure in the United States. The procedure is used for the treatment of uterine fibroids. Dr. Berman performed the procedure at the Berry Surgery Center in Farmington Hills, MI, an outpatient facility affiliated with the Detroit Medical Center's DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital.

"We are extremely happy that Dr. Berman, the Wayne State University Physician Group and Detroit Medical Center have begun introducing their patients to the Acessa Procedure," said Jeffrey M. Cohen, Halt Medical CEO. "The Acessa Procedure represents a major breakthrough in addressing one of the biggest unmet needs in women's health, uterine fibroids. Acessa is the only medical device that can be used by gynecologists to treat all fibroids."

Dr. Berman said, "Approximately 50 to 70 percent of women have uterine fibroids. Before the Acessa Technology, treatment involved cutting through layers of healthy tissue to gain access to the fibroids, or removing the uterus completely through a hysterectomy. However, research shows the majority of women choose to suffer through their symptoms rather than undergo surgery." Dr. Berman is Associate Professor, Director, Division of Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Wayne State University School of Medicine and Associate Chief Medical Officer, Clinical Operations, Wayne State University Physician Group.

The Acessa Procedure is a minimally invasive laparoscopic procedure that delivers radiofrequency energy to destroy the fibroids. After treatment, the fibroid is re-absorbed by the surrounding tissue. Acessa allows the surgeon to treat only the fibroids, while preserving normal function of the uterus. Patients typically go home the same day with little pain, and enjoy a rapid return to normal activities. More than 250 women have been successfully treated with Acessa.

"Any technology that gives us the ability to give women choices, in this case that spares the uterus and avoids the need for hysterectomy, has merit," said L. Andrea Coleman, M.D., chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital. "Sinai-Grace and the DMC have some of the best physicians in the country, and this is evidence of that. I applaud us for always being on the forefront of technology and for doing the work that is required to stay there."

About Halt Medical, Inc.

Founded in 2004, Halt Medical is a medical device company focused on establishing a new standard of care for women with symptomatic uterine fibroids. The Company has developed and launched the Acessa System and Procedure, using radiofrequency energy to destroy uterine fibroids. The results of both U.S. and international trials have led to the clearance of the product by the FDA for use in percutaneous, laparoscopic coagulation and ablation of soft tissue, including treatment of symptomatic uterine fibroids under laparoscopic ultrasound guidance. The Acessa System also has regulatory approval to treat symptomatic uterine fibroids in the European Union, Canada, and Mexico. The Company is located in Brentwood, CA. For information about the Acessa System, please visit www.haltmedical.com. To connect with Halt Medical on Facebook visit www.facebook.com/acessasystem or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/acessasystem.

About Wayne State University Physician Group

The Wayne State University Physician Group (WSUPG) is one of southeast Michigan's largest non-profit multi-specialty physician practice groups, with more than 2,000 physicians providing primary and specialty medical services in close to 1 million patient visits annually. WSUPG has more than 100 locations, and affiliations with the Detroit Medical Center, Oakwood Healthcare System, Karmanos Cancer Center, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center, St. Joseph Mercy Oakland and St. John Providence Health System. As faculty members of the Wayne State University School of Medicine, WSUPG's physicians and staff are on the forefront of technology and bringing the latest in medical advancements to the bedside. In addition to its substantial clinical practice, WSUPG is training the Michigan physicians of tomorrow by providing instructors for more than 1,200 medical students and 900 residents each year. For more information or to make an appointment with a WSUPG doctor visit www.upgdocs.org. To connect with the Wayne State University Physician Group on Facebook visit www.facebook.com/wsupgdocs or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/wsupgdocs.

About DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is a full-service hospital with 404 licensed beds and more than 700 physicians, 700 nurses, and 1,700 support staff. Services and capabilities include cardiology, emergency medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, urological services, psychiatry, radiation oncology, gerontology, physical medicine, and orthopedic surgery. Servicing more than 214,000 patients annually, Sinai-Grace also operates 25 ambulatory sites and surgery centers, including the Lahser and Berry Surgery Centers. Sinai-Grace serves as a teaching facility to more than 200 medical students each year, and is one of eight hospitals operated by the Detroit Medical Center (DMC). The DMC is proud to be the official health care services provider for the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, and Detroit Pistons. For more information, visit www.sinaigrace.org. "Like" us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/sinaigrace or follow us on Twitter at @DMC_SinaiGrace.

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Healthy Memphis: Fibroids and endometriosis can cause heavy menstrual pain ... - Memphis Commercial Appeal

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What you should know

Many women suffer from heavy or painful periods. Others have bleeding between periods. Pain and bleeding might result from two conditions — fibroids or endometriosis — which cause extra tissue to grow in the pelvic area.

Fibroids and endometriosis are linked to estrogen, a female hormone. Estrogen is essential to the menstrual cycle. Every month, hormones cause the lining of a woman's womb (uterus) to build up. Too much or too little estrogen can affect fertility. Estrogen also affects many female characteristics such as low body hair, breast size, and the amount of fat in the hips and pelvis. Research shows that estrogen helps to maintain bone density and high-density lipoproteins (HDL, the "good" cholesterol). Regular exercise decreases body fat and the amount of estrogen the body produces.

Most American women will develop fibroids at some time. These non-cancerous uterine tumors are very common among women before age 50. After menopause, fibroids often shrink. African-American women over 35 years old also seem to be more likely to have fibroids.

Fibroids can be small or large. Many women do not realize they have fibroids until they have painful symptoms.

Fibroids can become so large that they press on surrounding tissue or even project outside of the uterus. Fibroids can cause an enlarged abdomen or painful sexual relations. Some women develop constipation or urinary problems. Others may suffer backaches from the pressure. Fibroids that grow inside the uterus can cause very heavy periods. Fibroids might also lead to multiple miscarriages or early labor.

Endometriosis occurs when tissue that normally lines the uterus grows somewhere else. Laparoscopy is often the best test to diagnosis endometriosis. The misplaced tissue might grow around the ovaries or fallopian tubes, at the bladder, or around the colon. Endometriosis can reduce or block fertility and create severe pain and bleeding.

Some women have a higher risk of endometriosis. It is more common among women who have never had children. Endometriosis also seems to run in families. Pelvic infections or injuries can create scar tissue or damaged cells that can block blood flow or encourage tissue growth.

There are many treatment options for both fibroids and endometriosis. Over-the-counter pain medication helps many women. Medical treatment might include birth control pills, an IUD (intrauterine device) that releases hormones, or other hormone prescriptions to change hormone levels. In severe cases, laparoscopy or laparotomy could be recommended to remove excess tissue or to cut off the supply of blood that feeds the misplaced or excess tissue. Other surgical procedures can include endometrial ablation or a D&C (dilatation and curettage) to remove the lining of the uterus. In extreme cases, a hysterectomy surgically removes the uterus altogether.

Fibroids are an important public health concern. They distress many women. Experts suspect that too many hysterectomies are done to treat the symptoms. Newer and less invasive techniques may work best for many women.

What you should do

Get a checkup for distressing symptoms of fibroids or endometriosis. A pelvic exam is likely. An ultrasound of the uterus and the ovaries may reveal the cause of heavy bleeding, pain, infertility or bloating. It is possible that your doctor will recommend a diagnostic laparoscopy if symptoms are severe.

Get help for cramps so bad that you often miss work or school or if you have pain or bleeding between periods.

Do your homework before agreeing to treatment options. Some treatments control symptoms. Other options can shrink excess tissue. Some choices are irreversible. Early menopause can occur if the ovaries are removed. A hysterectomy removes the womb (uterus).

Consider your age, severity of symptoms, condition, budget, and whether you want children later. For young women who might want start a family later, do not wait too long to get help for endometriosis. Severe endometriosis can make it harder to have children in the future.

Think about tactics to improve your pelvic area and lower your estrogen. Keep your body fat low. Exercise daily. Get pelvic muscles in shape. Work on your posture. Avoid foods and drinks that might increase estrogen.

Learn about causes of abnormal bleeding. Just before menopause and when it begins, women might not ovulate every month. This can cause heavy, lighter or irregular bleeding. Also, bleeding can be due to pregnancy or cancer.

For more information

Visit nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/uterinefibroids.html and womenshealth.gov/publications/our-publications/fact-sheet/endometriosis.cfm.

Better Health: TAKE CHARGE! is provided by the Healthy Memphis Common Table: healthymemphis.org. This article supports the care and advice of your doctor.

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Pregnant women to provide blood before delivery

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« PrevNext » Expectant mothers are to get their relatives to provide two pints of blood for them as reserve before the day of their delivery as part of measures to reduce maternal mortality in the country.

This is to solve the problem of pregnant women losing the lives during delivery due to excessive loss of blood.

Madam Cecilia Arthur, a Senior Nursing Officer with the School of Public Health, University of Ghana- Legon, made this known at the weekend at a day’s health fair for women in Tema in commemoration with the 2013 International Women’s Day.

The workshop was organised by OJeane Clothing, in partnership with Sinel Specialist Hospital. Madam Arthur said the provision of blood for expectant women is a life saving policy.

She said studies over the years have shown that most women die during child delivery as they lose lots of blood either through caesarean section or spontaneous vaginal delivery. She added that in most cases, getting blood immediately for the mother becomes a problem during such emergencies leading to death.

Madam Arthur encouraged pregnant women and their relations to take the life saving policy seriously and provide the two pints of blood in advance.

On other pregnancy related issues, she indicated that every pregnant woman was required to at least attend ante-natal four times before delivery.

She noted that to prevent any complications and ensure that both the mother and the feotus are in good health, it was advisable that women immediately report to the hospital the moment they found out that they were pregnant.

Dr Michael McCartey, Gynaecologist at Sinel Specialist Hospital who spoke on fibroids encouraged women to report to the hospital early for treatment.

Dr McCartey said some of the symptoms of fibroid include heavy bleeding during menstruation, prolonged menstruation, protruding stomach, abdominal pains and movements in the stomach even though the woman is not pregnant.

He gave the assurance that not all fibroids require operations nor lead to infertility in women and therefore encouraged women not to be afraid to take steps in getting medical attention.

Mrs Jeanne O. Iddisah, Programme Director for the fair, said the programme was under the auspices of the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection.

She said the fair which was on the theme: “Pregnancy and its aftermath: the modern day conscious woman,” was to give women the platform to learn about reproductive health issues, raise and gain more awareness about the increasing rate of maternal mortality among matters.

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How to Shrink Fibroids Naturally

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The researchers have found that 30% of the women have fibroids these days. There are few ways to shrink fibroids naturally. Here are few useful steps.

How To Shrink Fibroids Steps

1. Eat organic food as much as possible. Organic food can help to shrink fibroids naturally.
2. Eat plenty of whole grain. Whole wheat berries, brown rice, whole rye, millet, corn and oat groats are good for fibroids.
3. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables daily.
4. Seeds and nuts are very helpful in shrinking fibroids. Make them part of your daily meal.
5. When you are preparing salad try to find leaves in variety of colours. The chemicals in these type of leaves can help to get rid of fibroids.

How to Shrink Fibroids Tip

• Try to eat raw food as much as possible.

Warnings

• Don't overcook your food.
• Avoid eating Processed food such as bacon, saussages and fatty meat. 

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Abdominal Swelling on the Left Side - Ask.com www.ask.com/question/can-fibroids-cause-abdominal-swell... if the growth is big enough, Fibroids can extend to your belly or abdomen causing abdominal swelling. They may also make it hard to pass urine if they grow large enough to press on the bladder

Causes of Upper Lower Abdominal Swelling | www.FieldHealth.com www.fieldhealth.com/Causes_of_Upper_Lower_Abdominal_Swe... could be from bowels and or uterus..you could possibly have IBS-constipation-uterine polyps-uterine fibroids-endometriosis-pregnancy etc there is so much...

Can Fibroids Cause Abdominal Swelling? Yes, fibroids can cause abdominal swelling. I have seen many women with large stomachs and thought they were pregnant. As it turned out, they were not. They had fibroids which had caused their stomach swell. http://answers.ask.com/Health/Other/can_fibroids_cause_...

Can Fibroids Cause Abdominal Swelling? I was first diagnosed with a fibroid during my first pregnancy. My doctor hoped this would be just a one time thing that would end once I gave birth to my son. However, about seven months after his birth, I started having troublesome sympt... http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Fibroids-Cause-Abdominal-...   Can fibroids cause abdominal swelling? if the growth is big enough, Fibroids can extend to your belly or abdomen causing abdominal swelling. They may also make it hard to pass urine if they grow large enough to press on the bladder http://uk.ask.com/question/can-fibroids-cause-abdominal...   BBC - Health: Fibroids www.bbc.co.uk/health/physical_health/conditions/fibroid... Heavy periods (menorrhagia) and anaemia; Abdominal pain; Bloating - large fibroids can cause a visible tummy bulge; Urinary problems - pressure from large ...   Fibroid Basics: Symptoms www.ufecenter.com/fibroidbasics-symptoms.html Studies estimate that 60-90% of all fibroids do not cause any symptoms. ... Abdominal distortion - as the fibroids enlarge the uterus it can extend above the pelvic ... Constipation or bloating can occur when there is compression of the rectum.  Can Fibroids Cause Abdominal Swelling ask.reference.com/information/related/Can-Fibroids-Caus... BROWSE: Digital Information Learning Wellness Wellness : Misc Can Fibroids Cause Abdominal Swelling? Abdominal Pain Cause heartburn.prilosecotc.com/ ...

 

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