A GUIDE TO SAFE SEXUAL HEALTH PRACTICES FOR WOMEN Taking charge of your sexual health is one of the most empowering things you can do for your overall well-being. It’s not just about avoiding unwanted outcomes; it’s about pleasure, confidence, communication, and respect for your own body. Whether you are in a long-term relationship, navigating […]
Rationale of Using Cranberry for UTI Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, and it has been estimated that 60% of women experience UTI at least once at some stage of life. UTI is a major public health concern because of its high prevalence. It is more common in females compared males because shorter urethras […]
BIOFILMS IN RECURRENT URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are relatively common and affects persons of all ages.Frequency of UTIs is higher in women than in men. the assigning factors could be the shorter urethra, or the lower region of the urethra contaminated with pathogens starting from the vagina and the rectum. Like men, […]
The importance of a healthy diet cannot be overemphasized. It helps increase our overall wellness and support our very busy lives. But sometimes, a diet is just not enough to keep us going. Factors such as stress or sleep disorders like insomnia, or issues with our digestive system , may affect our digestive health and […]
Hot summer months can increase the risk of urinary tract infections. This is the time of year when infections increase. The urinary system also known as the Urinary tract involves the kidneys, ureter, urinary bladder, and urethra. Any infection in this tract is termed as Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). It can be triggered by bacteria, […]
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, and it has been estimated that 60% of women experience UTI at least once at some stage of life. UTI is a major public health concern because of its high prevalence. It is more common in females compared males because shorter urethras in women allow bacteria to ascend […]
Endometrium is penetrated by a diverse range of immunocompetent cells, including macrophages, natural killer cells, and T lymphocyte subsets, under normal settings. Throughout the menstrual cycle, the composition and density of endometrial immune capable cells changes. The tissue remodelling required to achieve endometrial receptivity is thought to be aided by such timed fluctuations in local […]
As you grow older, your body changes. The vagina, in particular, goes through significant changes in appearance, odor, elasticity, pH level, and sensation. It is very important that you become well-informed about vaginal health and hygiene, as well as the “facts that could help improve your self-confidence. Knowing about your vagina is one step closer […]
Dr. S. SAMPATHKUMARI.MD, DGO, FICOG, FIME, FC Dia., Professor & HOD – OG, Sri Muthukumaran Medical College Hospital & Research Institute, Chennai. Inositol – myo-inositol, is a carbocyclic sugar that is abundant in the brain and other mammalian tissues; it mediates cell signal transduction in response to a variety of hormones, neurotransmitters, and growth factors […]
Vitamins are essential nutrients that our bodies use to support cell function and several other processes that help our growth and development. Without them, we would most likely be plagued by different diseases and disorders. Our bodies cannot produce vitamins on their own except Vitamin D and certainly not in the required amounts, so we […]