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Menstrual cramps (or dysmenorrhea) is a medical condition characterized by severe uterine pain during menstruation. While most women experience minor pain during menstruation, dysmenorrhea is diagnosed when the pain is so severe as to limit normal activities, or require medication. Dysmenorrhea can feature different kinds of pain, including sharp, throbbing, dull, nauseating, burning, or shooting pain. Dysmenorrhea may precede menstruation by several days or may accompany it, and it usually subsides as menstruation tapers off.

Women Pay The Price For Health Insurance by Sarah Varney April 2, 2009 Listen to the Story Morning Edition [4 min 40 sec] * Add to Playlist * Download * Transcript In Depth Search For Health Insurance Learn About COBRA Read About A Government Subsidy For COBRA A State-By-State Guide to Health Insurance text sizeAAA April 2, 2009 During the last economic bust, I got laid off and couldn't afford the monthly COBRA payments for my health insurance. I applied for an individual plan through Blue Cross. I was 28 at the time and had no health problems. I was thin and athletic. In fact, I'd done a triathlon and biked from San Francisco to Los Angeles twice. I got a letter from Blue Cross saying I was denied. They told me it was because my medical records showed I'd gone to the doctor complaining of stomach pain. The pain had long since gone away, but Blue Cross said if I wanted insurance, my doctor would need to fax a note guaranteeing I didn't have stomach cancer. He faxed the letter, and eventually I got a plan. It makes you wonder, though, if Blue Cross didn't want to insure me - a healthy 20-something - how on earth do actuaries determine who's a good risk and who's not? "It's very scientific and fact-based," says Jeff Fluke a senior underwriter with the risk management company Ingenix in Minneapolis. Fluke says actuaries first calculate average health costs over a broad population like 28-year-old women or 50-year-old men. Then the underwriter adjusts those averages based on your medical history and health status - your height and weight, and whether you have high blood pressure, asthma or hay fever. "Maybe there's a heart condition," Fluke says. "How long ago was it? What were the treatments? Are you on treatment now? What are the medications you're taking? Because some medications [are] expensive and some aren't." Complex Calculations These complex algorithms boil down to: Will you cost the insurance company more money than the insurer c

Women Pay The Price For Health Insurance by Sarah Varney April 2, 2009 Listen to the Story Morning Edition [4 min 40 sec] * Add to Playlist * Download * Transcript In Depth Search For Health Insurance Learn About COBRA Read About A Government Subsidy For COBRA A State-By-State Guide to Health Insurance text sizeAAA April 2, 2009 During the last economic bust, I got laid off and couldn't afford the monthly COBRA payments for my health insurance. I applied for an individual plan through Blue Cross. I was 28 at the time and had no health problems. I was thin and athletic. In fact, I'd done a triathlon and biked from San Francisco to Los Angeles twice. I got a letter from Blue Cross saying I was denied. They told me it was because my medical records showed I'd gone to the doctor complaining of stomach pain. The pain had long since gone away, but Blue Cross said if I wanted insurance, my doctor would need to fax a note guaranteeing I didn't have stomach cancer. He faxed the letter, and eventually I got a plan. It makes you wonder, though, if Blue Cross didn't want to insure me - a healthy 20-something - how on earth do actuaries determine who's a good risk and who's not? "It's very scientific and fact-based," says Jeff Fluke a senior underwriter with the risk management company Ingenix in Minneapolis. Fluke says actuaries first calculate average health costs over a broad population like 28-year-old women or 50-year-old men. Then the underwriter adjusts those averages based on your medical history and health status - your height and weight, and whether you have high blood pressure, asthma or hay fever. "Maybe there's a heart condition," Fluke says. "How long ago was it? What were the treatments? Are you on treatment now? What are the medications you're taking? Because some medications [are] expensive and some aren't." Complex Calculations These complex algorithms boil down to: Will you cost the insurance company more money than the insurer c

Are you experiencing night sweats or hot flashes from last few days? If yes then you might be approaching menopause! Both night sweats & hot flashes are considered as a nightmare in every woman's life. They are among the most common symptoms of menopause and per menopause.

"Period Panties are menstrual bikinis, briefs, panties, undies and/or underwear worn during menstruation."

A tampon is a mass of cotton or rayon; or a mixture of the two inserted into the body to absorb bodily fluid. Organic cotton tampons are made from only 100% cotton. The most common type in daily use is disposable and designed to be inserted into the vagina during menstruation to absorb the flow of menstrual fluid.

A menstrual cup is a type of cup or barrier worn inside the vagina during menstruation to collect menstrual fluid. Unlike tampons and pads, the cup collects menstrual fluid rather than absorbing it.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a collection of physical, psychological, and emotional symptoms related to a woman's menstrual cycle. While most women (about 80 percent) of child-bearing age have some symptoms of PMS, the official definition limits the scope to having symptoms of "sufficient severity to interfere with some aspects of life". Such symptoms are usually predictable and occur regularly during the two weeks prior to menses. Generally, symptoms may vanish both before or after the start of menstrual flow.

Oil Change Intervals With improved technology, does the old mantra of 'every 3,000 miles' still apply? by Larry E. Hall Most of us already know that regularly scheduled oil and filter changes are a vital part of routine car maintenance that is necessary for engine longevity. During the miles between changes, the oil in your vehicle's engine gradually becomes contaminated with soot, metal particles, gasoline and other impurities. As mileage accumulates, so do the contaminates in the oil. Eventually, enough impurities accumulate that the filter cannot remove them and the oil cannot keep them in suspension. When this happens, the resulting sludge can dramatically shorten engine life. Even though modern technology has vastly improved engines and the oils that lubricate them, regularly scheduled oil and filter changes are still a vital part of regular, preventative auto maintenance. The question is: Just how often does the oil need to be changed? At regular intervals The old mantra of responsible motorists that said, "Change your oil every 3,000 miles!" is being replaced. Today car manufacturers' recommendations for oil changes range from 5,000 to 7,500, or even 10,000 miles for many cars when operated under "normal" driving conditions-more often if conditions are "severe." Before you relax, let me point out that the way most of us drive is listed as severe by the automotive experts. According to the owner's manuals of many new cars and trucks, normal operation of a vehicle is at least 20 minutes, at a medium speed with a steady throttle, and in a clean environment.

Lipolyzer Herbal Slimming Tea is a sweet and tasty blend of powerful herbs which helps in weight loss and inch loss. You must follow the diet plan provided with the pack for maximum benefit; you may contact NutroActive nutritionist during office hours for any queries. There are two main mechanisms through which Lipolyzer Herbal Slimming Tea helps in weight loss; first - it helps in reducing water retention in the tissues and second - it may improve the metabolic power of liver to burn more fat. Apart from weight loss Lipolyzer herbal tea has several other benefits. It contains antioxidant which helps protecting our body from harmful toxins, it is anti-inflammatory hence may reduce joint and muscle pain. It's easy to prepare Lipolyzer herbal slimming tea; you may use both water as well as milk.

Period pain or menstrual cramps is now a common phenomenon across all the women around the world. But why do we ignore or underestimate it? Why do we not get it checked when it hit us with the high intensity during 2-3 cycles when even doctors have described period cramps to be as bad as having a heart attack? But first, we look at why period pain happens and what are its major symptoms.

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The process of menstruation can be irksome. On top of that, using uncomforting disposable pads during periods is a big no. All through this, reusable pads come to our rescue.

Gestational diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels first recognized during pregnancy in otherwise non-diabetic women. Normally the disease appears around 24th week of pregnancy. Diabetes during pregnancy can lead to various complications like Macrosomia, which gives rise to an increased risk of injury to perineum and excessive bleeding, if the baby is delivered vaginally. Other risks involve - increased chances of women with gestational diabetes to develop Type 2 Diabetes in the future. Gestational Diabetes holds various risks to both mother and the foetus which is why - timely detection and treatment is necessary.

Vaginal atrophy is when the vagina becomes dehydrated, resulting in atrophy of its tissues; there is also a loss of elasticity along with the dryness. Symptoms of vaginal atrophy include itchiness and pain during intercourse. The two most common treatments for vaginal atrophy are hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and the use of topical lubricants. In addition to those treatments, staying hydrated can greatly alleviate the symptoms as it can help to keep vaginal tissues moist. Taking Vitamin E supplements may also provide short-term relief.

Researchers have found that women who have never given birth vaginally are at higher risk for developing this condition compared to those who have had vaginal births. This condition is frequently painful, especially during intercourse. Fortunately, using a topical vaginal moisturizer or water-based lubricant can provide immediate and long-lasting relief.

In a normal, healthy vagina, a thin layer of moisture coats the vaginal walls. This lubrication is increased during sexual arousal when more blood rushes to the area. An estimated 40% of women, however, experience vaginal dryness. This is also known as vaginal atrophy, a very common condition that can impact a woman at any stage of her life, although vaginal dryness is mostly caused by hormonal changes due to aging, childbirth, menopause, breast-feeding and the menstrual cycle.

Vaginal atrophy, also known as atrophic vaginitis, is an extremely common problem in menopausal women, characterized by dryness, thinning of the vaginal walls, inflammation, pain and discomfort. Vaginal atrophy is typically caused when estrogen levels decrease, usually before or during menopause, but women can also experience vaginal atrophy while breastfeeding, taking birth control pills or on a hormone therapy regimen.