Endometrium

Endometriosis is a debilitating and painful disease estimated to occur in 50% of women seeking treatment for pain and infertility (Prince & Thomas, 2015). Despite its prevalence, there is a significant diagnostic delay associated with endometriosis; the length of time between the first presentation of symptoms to the actual diagnosis averages 6 to 11 years (Yates, 2015). This diagnostic delay stems from widely debated pathogenesis, varied presentation, and standard methods of diagnosis (Prince &…

I was never quite drawn to this article immediately, because when I saw the word “period” in a headline, I could only assume it was the grammatical definition of the homonym was being used. I chose to click on the article anyhow, and to my surprise, would find out that my hypothesis was proven incorrect. I have nothing but praise for both the New York Times as well as the editor of the article for publishing this story. Considering the aim of most news companies is to increase both viewership…

Chief Complaint: “I bleed for a long time whenever I get my periods” History of Present Illness: The patient is a 36-year-old Caucasian woman who presents to the clinic today complaining of excessive bleeding for the past two consecutive months compared to her previous menstrual cycles. Her period normally occurs every 28 days and lasts for 5 to 6days, but she states that the last two recent cycles had lasted approximately 10 days. The current two cycles consist of moderate bleeding for eight…

What is menopause? Menopause is something women typically get when they are 40. Menopause is defined as 12 months after your last menstrual period and end of menstrual cycles. Menopause is a normal condition that women experience as they age. No more pregnancy because there is no more period to worry about. Ovaries no longer produce enough estrogen to continue menstrual period. A woman is natural born with a limited number of eggs, which are stored in the ovaries. Menopause happens when the…

The heifer assigned, #293, did not show any behavioural indications of heat. The results were limited as the animals had just been fed and were eating during observation, therefore overshadowing any possible signs of heat. If in heat, the heifer would have been exhibiting more signs earlier in the morning, rather than late morning as it was during observation. The cells which were swabbed from her vagina and prepared on a slide were identified as superficial cells when compared to the sheets in…

The purpose of my project is to educate young women about the menstrual cycle and proper hygiene in both developed and third world countries through an interactive presentation because, on average 52% of the female population is reproductive and many are not aware of what is actually going on in their bodies (SSW). I’m proposing this because there are so many women, young and old that do not understand what their body is doing when they get older, nor do they know what to do or how to react…

Side Effects of Androgenic Drugs: In men, androgenic steroids can: Reduce sperm count. Shrink the testicles. Cause you not to be able to father children. Enlarge the breasts. In women, androgenic steroids can: Increase body hair. Make skin rough. Decrease breast size. Enlarge the clitoris. Deepen the voice. In both men and women, androgenic steroids can cause: High blood pressure, heart attack, or stroke. Higher levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and lower levels of good cholesterol (HDL).…

The use of additional terms for abnormalities of menstruation appear in 1950 from 1917 sources. Although, both time periods mention words for irregularities, there is an increase in amount in 1950’s information. Yet, what is the cause for the increase? In the 1917 book, Robinson mentions that “menstruation is a perfectly normal, physiological process” (Robinson 48) for women. However, the 1950 book, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Sex, stresses abnormal menses in further detail. In other words,…

Demographics and Symptoms of Endometriosis The people more at risk for developing Endometriosis include people who have under no circumstances given birth, they have relatives with Endometriosis or, they have any homoeopathic ailment that inhibits the typical track of menstrual flow out of the body Endometriosis affects 176 million women worldwide, Endometriosis typically initiates symptoms in the course of reproductive years. However many women and girls are undiagnosed until they are having…

Atrophic Vaginitis Atrophic vaginitis is when the tissues that line the vagina become dry and thin. This condition is most common in women who no longer have regular menstrual periods (menopause). This often starts between the ages of 45–55. Estrogen helps keep the vagina moist. It stimulates the vagina to produce a clear fluid that lubricates the vagina for sexual intercourse. This fluid also protects the vagina from infection. Lack of estrogen can cause the lining of the vagina to get…