Should you take hormones?

Article Abstract:

Risk factors and family history must be considered before a menopausal woman elects hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Estrogen not only relieves the symptoms of menopause but also lowers the rates for osteoporosis and heart disease. HRT and breast cancer is still under study with mixed results.

Research, Complications and side effects, Drug therapy, Heart diseases, Breast cancer, Hormone therapy, Menopause, Estrogen, Estrogens

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Little problems not to ignore

Article Abstract:

A persistent cough, long-term constipation, fatigue, intense heartburn and severe menstrual cramps can be serious. A woman should consult her physician if she has any of these symptoms. Diet, hypertension and tingling or numbness in limbs are also discussed.

Care and treatment, Hypertension, Constipation, Fatigue, Weight gain, Dysmenorrhea, Cough, Heartburn

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Beating osteoporosis

Article Abstract:

Younger women need to take measures to prevent osteoporosis when they get older. A good intake of calcium and regular exercise are two of the preventive measures described. Bone loss generally starts when women are in their 30s.

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