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Getting Accurate About Chlamydia and Its Remedies

There's no question as to the fact that sexually-transmitted diseases are on the rise with many cases being reported among teenagers. These diseases which range from the very serious to the not-so-serious have the potential to cause serious health complications and even death. One of the most o

Hormonal Breast Pain

If you are experiencing breast pain, do not panic and automatically assume the worst and that you have breast cancer. Breast pain and sensitivity can be caused by a lot of factors, including hormones. When a woman's hormones are fluctuating before her period, during pregnancy or during peri-menopaus

Diagnosing Genital Herpes

Depending on the type and extent of the symptoms experienced by a patient, a doctor can suggest the type of diagnostic tool to be used. This is the same even in the diagnosis of genital herpes. The doctor can diagnose the disease through a simple visual examination of the bumps or lesions (in case t

Advantages Of An HIV Home Test

Millions of people in the world today are infected with the disease known as HIV. In the United States alone there are about 1.8 million people who are considered HIV positive. Experts say that about twenty percent of HIV victims are not even aware that they are suffering from HIV. That is the reaso

Advantages & Disadvantages of PSA Screening

Prostate specific antigens (PSA) are proteins produced by cells in the prostate gland. Screening tests for PSA have been widely used and recommended for men because a high level of these antigens can be a sign of a possible tumor. In healthy men, the antigen levels should be rather low....

Herbal Remedies That Aid in the Treatment of Genital Herpes

Among the many different types of sexually-transmitted diseases, genital herpes is one of the most common cases.Before, it was believed that the virus can only be transmitted when it was active and causing symptoms like sores and painful blisters.Today however, doctors agree that this disease can be

Statement on COCs and the Risk of Thromboembolism

Read this new position statement to get the latest information on the possible cardiovascular risk factors associated with the use of 3rd or 4th generation hormonal contraceptives.

World Is Losing AIDS Fight

Despite prevention efforts, the number of worldwide new HIV cases last year hit a record high -- 5 million.

Trichomoniasis Diagnosis

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection, or STI, caused by a parasite. Symptoms occur most frequently in women, although the infection does present in men, as well.

Too Old to Have Children?

Is it possible to construct an age curve that could help to determine which women are biologically too old to reproduce? This new study describes.

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment for Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is one of the more common cancers affecting the reproductive organs of women, according to MayoClinic.com. Proper gynecological care can often prevent or treat the disease. See your doctor immediately if you think you are exhibiting its symptoms.