Category: Women issues

A woman’s body bears the burden of reproduction. A woman’s reproduction age starts with mensuration, which serves an indicator that the reproductive organs are fully functional. Unlike in men, the female reproductive systems are very sensitive, which makes them susceptible to some disorders That said, here are some of the most common problems most women struggle with right from puberty to menopause.

Common disorders

Endometriosis

The endometrial lining is the tissue that acts as an inner lining of the uterus. Unfortunately, this tissue can start growing outside the uterus. This is referred to as endometriosis. This abnormal growth affects most of the organs in the pelvic area. Ideally, this abnormality results when the immune system fails to recognize this defect and act against it. Women at high risk of having this condition are those that experience abnormal menstrual cycles or those that come from a family with a history of this disorder.

This condition is characterized by pelvic pains, painful menstruation or spotting the menses before the actual menstruation starts. In some cases, the presence of blood in stool or urine, backaches or even miscarriages can be attributed to this condition. As such, with any of the symptoms above, it is advisable to consult with your gynecologists and get the problem diagnosed.

Fibroids

What are fibroids? Ideally, fibroids are lumps that grow inside the uterus. These lumps have been observed to cause infertility in women. Statistics have it that more that 25% of women across the world suffer from fibroids.…

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Pregnancy is often a stressful time due to fluctuating hormones and the expectation of a baby. It can be easy to allow your fitness slip since it may be difficult to go to the gym during this time. Maintaining your fitness is, however, important during the full term of your pregnancy even if it may seem uncomfortable. Regular exercises keep ensuring your energy level is high and help you avoid complaint associated with pregnancy like inflammation of joints and back pain. It also helps you build endurance for labor as well as delivery and make sure the baby is strong and developed fully.

The best exercises for pregnant women

Cycling

Cycling can have a great impact on the body of a pregnant woman. This is because even just cycling for thirty minutes will make your heart pump. It also eases the strain on your knees and ankles and effectively improves metabolism efficiency. A slower pace is however recommended for indoor cycling when you get to the third trimester.

Leg lifts

Leg lift exercise is ideal for strengthening your bum and thighs that you will require walking around during the pregnancy period. This exercise involves lying on the left side with a pillow under your hip. You should rest on the left forearm, and the left leg should be bent at an angle. Keep your right leg straight and lift it slowly while controlling it. Do this for severally then switch to the opposite side.

Plie bends

The sore thigh is …

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