Health & Medicine

Fibroids among women

FIBROIDS AWARENESS AMONG WOMEN

Introduction Fibroids also known as uterine fibroids or myomas or leiomyoma are non-cancerous growth/ tumors that develop in the uterus/womb. The growths are made up of smooth muscles and fibrous tissues. They vary size, number and location within the uterus. Fibroids are quite common, particularly in women of reproductive age

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Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse: A Killer of Generations

Introduction Substance abuse is a global challenge that affects many countries. Africa, including South Africa, is not spared from this pervasive problem. The South African government has implemented policies and statutes to address this challenge, but they appear to fall short. There is a gap in policy implementation, exacerbated by

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Self Medication

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT SELF MEDICATION

Introduction Your health is your wealth. Self-medication is the use of medicinal products to treat self-diagnosed diseases or disorders or the periodic or frequent use of medication prescribed for chronic diseases or recurring diseases or symptoms. Self-medication is now becoming a public health challenge, especially among youth. In Africa, self-medication

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Contraceptive pills

THE EFFECTS OF ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE PILLS

Introduction Oral contraceptive pills, commonly called birth control pills, are pharmaceutical medications taken orally to prevent pregnancy by women. They contain synthetic hormones that regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle and prevent ovulation. These hormones are the same as those produced by our bodies and cause changes in the cervical mucus,

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Breast Tumour

Breast Tumours called ‘Fibroadenoma’

Introduction. A Fibroadenoma refers to a non-cancerous breast tumour. It is usually felt like a small stone or swelling lodged in the skin underneath the breasts. Fibroadenoma occurs mostly in young women aged twenty to thirty years and is usually caused by reproductive hormones. Usually, lumps in the breasts are

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Micro organisms

MICRO-ORGANISMS IN AND ON US

Introduction Have you ever wondered if free-living microorganisms could exist in and on us without causing disease? Yes, microorganisms live in and on us in different anatomical locations without causing disease. Collectively, these microorganisms make up the normal flora of human beings, including bacteria and other microorganisms.   Where do

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Obstetric Fistula

Obstetric fistula: fight contempt and discrimination against women suffering from the condition

Introduction  Giving birth can be beautiful, but for those who return home with a baby in their hands and extra pain, the joy can quickly turn into a nightmare. Among the major illnesses kept secret that pollute women’s lives and stunt their full development is obstetric fistula. After giving birth,

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