Shingles

Shingles Shingles is a viral skin condition resulting from an infection with the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that causes chicken pox. Although the virus mentioned above can cause both shingles and chickenpox, the pattern of spread and symptoms are quite different. This article will focus on the causes, risk factors, and means of […]

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series 4 – Pregnancy with PCOS

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series 4 Pregnancy with PCOS People diagnosed with PCOS can get pregnant with or without medical assistance like stimulating ovulation or assisted reproductive techniques. Invitro Fertilisation and intrauterine insemination are examples of assisted reproductive techniques(ART).  Pregnancy complications are more frequent in women with PCOS. The good news is you can reduce […]

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series 3 – Treatment of PCOS

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series Treatments The treatment of PCOS should commence soon after diagnosis, whether or not the individual is trying to conceive. Lifestyle changes play a huge role in the management of many chronic diseases including PCOS.  In addition to changes in lifestyle, other treatment options such as medications and surgery are available […]

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series 2

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – Series 2 Symptoms There was a general belief in my area while growing up that women who had facial hair were wicked. I don’t know how that assertion came about but we believed it based on experiences and stories.   Those women probably had PCOS and were unfortunately being body shamed. Although […]

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a disease that affects females and symptoms often start to show in adolescence.  Most women are not diagnosed until when they start trying to conceive.  What is PCOS?  Polycystic ovarian syndrome consists of a group of symptoms that can be explained by one disease entity. It is […]

Breast cancer series 4 – Prevention

Breast cancer series 4 – Prevention       As posited in a previous article, preventive measures only reduce risk by about 30%.  There is always a risk, however, early detection and treatment are key. Many women fear the possibility of breast cancer particularly when a close family member such as a  mother or a […]

Breast Cancer Series 3 – Various Types and Treatments

Breast Cancer Series 3 Various Types and Treatments Early detection of breast cancer alone does not save lives. Early detection and early treatment are the vital factors that increase the chances of survival.  However, the type of breast cancer also plays a role in the likelihood of survival following treatment. The specific cancer type and […]

BREAST CANCER – Series 2

BREAST CANCER Series 2       Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and causes millions of deaths every year. It is the second commonest cause of cancer deaths in women, after lung cancer. Breast cancer in African women is more likely to cause death and this is attributable to the type […]

BREAST CANCER

BREAST CANCER       Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women and causes millions of deaths every year. It is the second commonest cause of cancer deaths in women, after lung cancer. Breast cancer in African women is more likely to cause death and this is attributable to the type of breast […]

COLLAPSED! – Series 4

COLLAPSED! Series 4 Heart and lung diseases can cause a collapse Heart problems are a common cause of collapse. Unfortunately, many heart problems that cause this may not have any symptoms. They are only discovered during a routine check. This article will discuss heart and lung problems that can cause sudden fainting. Heart problems can […]