#uterine cancer awareness

[tabijozwick]

Two years ago today, I had a hysterectomy to remove my stage 1 endometrial (uterine) cancer. The cancer has not returned and God willing, it will never return.

#endometrial cancer #endometrial cancer awareness #endometrial cancer survivor #uterine cancer #uterine cancer awareness #uterine cancer survivor #not all cancers are pink

[chloezara11]

Uterine Cancer has been given an Awareness Month.. June.

Uterine Cancer is also known as Womb Cancer Or Endometrial Cancer.

My battle begin when I was just 24 years old and it still continues till this day.

This cancer is supposedly rare in young people but through this whole process I’ve learnt that so many young people are affected.

I had no clue what to look for regarding the signs or symptoms. This Cancer is rarely talked about, so how are we supposed to know when things go wrong.

Uterine Cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer.

Hearing that C word changes your life.

It’s time to put the spotlight on Uterine Cancer 🧡✨

#uterinecancer #wombcancer #endometrialcancer #awareness #gynecologiccancer #gynocology #cancer

#uterine cancer #womb cancer #endometrial cancer #cancer #awareness #gynocology #gynecologic cancer #Instagram

[oncologistseemasingh]

#surgical oncologist #Uterine Cancer #Cancer Specialist #Cancer #Cancer Doctor #Surgical Oncologist #Female Doctor #Surgery #Tests #Awareness #Uterus Cancer #Cancer Specialist In Delhi #Best Cancer Specialist #Best Cancer Doctor #Top Cancer Doctors

[meridiandesigns]

You are strong! But some days we all need a little more awareness, and a few extra spoons! (in peach!)

The peach awareness ribbon represents those with endometrial cancer, cancer, uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, women's health

And the dark and light versions of the design are available on my Threadless store in a variety of products and background colours!

threadless dark- https://meridiandesigns.threadless.com/designs/peach-awareness-pocket-dark threadless light- https://meridiandesigns.threadless.com/designs/peach-awareness-pocket-light

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#peach #pink #spoonie #chronic fatigue #chronic pain #chronic illness #invisible illness #disability #health #love #awareness #fatigue #wellness #pain #endometrial cancer #cancer #uterine cancer #vaginal cancer #women's health

[vaspider]

Okay, so I was waiting until I had more information before I said something, but this is what the last 2 months of my life has been like. Content warning for discussion of uterine shenaniganry.

In August, start having bad, random cramping, which is weird, because I'm in perimenopause! I talk to my doctor and we think it's probably just T-related bullshit. We start me on vaginal estrogen, but I'm aware that cramping can mean uterine cancer, so I push to get my pap smear six months early.

My doctor's office (not my actual doctor) fights me on it. I fight back. Originally, they wanted to schedule me for March, then December, and I said, nah, I'm not waiting, because if it is uterine cancer, that shit is aggressive. So we got the test done. Irregular findings, so we go for an ultrasound.

As this happens, the cramps get worse, until I am feeling like I'm in the early stages of labor all the time.

Long story short, I have a golf ball of a fibroid sitting in the top of my uterus, and I've since found out that my grandmother had a hysterectomy for the same thing about my age.

So, here's the advice bit:

Unusual cramping, if you have a uterus, should be treated as if it might be Something Serious. Don't brush it off. Insist your doctor take it - and you - seriously. If your doctor doesn't take you seriously, please fire them and get a better one if possible.

Ask your parents to tell you as much as they know about your grandparents' and aunts' and uncles' health. In the last week, I've found out about A Lot of things I should have known a long, long time ago. Like, the number of things I've learned that I should have known has become an inside joke with a certain circle of my friends.

Get your pap smears, y'all. The sooner you find problems, the sooner you can deal with them.

Anyway, I probably can't evict all this bullshit until January, and I'm in a lot of pain basically all the time. So y'all are gonna have to forgive me if I'm a little distant and tired.

#cw menstruation #cw uterus #cw gynecological stuff #self-care

[alwaysbewoke]

Kenya Appling's dream of having a child was shattered when, just four months after her wedding in September 2021, she was diagnosed with uterine #cancer. At the age of 42, she underwent a hysterectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment, which left her devastated and unable to conceive. Appling believes her cancer was caused by the chemical hair straighteners she had used regularly since childhood. She is among a growing number of #Blackwomen who have filed lawsuits against companies like #LOreal and #Revlon, alleging that their chemical hair straighteners have caused them irreparable harm and infertility. Research from the National Institutes of Health and Boston University has indicated an increased risk of uterine cancer associated with these products, although they have not definitively proven causation. More than 90% of the affected women have had hysterectomies, while others have undergone myomectomy procedures to remove uterine tumors or fibroids. L'Oréal and Revlon have declined to comment and are seeking to dismiss the lawsuits. The increased awareness of the potential dangers of these products provides little solace to women like Bree-Shawna Watts, who underwent a hysterectomy after being diagnosed with uterine cancer. Black women are disproportionately affected, and uterine cancer is projected to become the third most common cancer among women by 2040. Experts call for stricter regulation and labeling of these products, given the potential risks, especially to Black women. Many affected women hope their lawsuits will lead to greater awareness and accountability while shedding light on the physical and psychological trauma of cancer and its treatment.

x

damn

[yrfemmehusband]

It's endometriosis awareness month! Here's some general knowledge on my condition, as misinformation is constantly spread about it.

Endometriosis is a disease affecting 1 in 10 people with uteruses. A tissue similar to the endometrial lining, of period blood, grows and sheds on the outside of the uterus. As the menstrual cycle comes, the blood has nowhere to go. This causes intense pain and irritation to surrounding organs. It is one of the most painful diseases recorded.

Endometriosis was first discovered in 1860, though it was recognized in the Hippocratic Corpus around 4,000 years ago. Treatments have varied through the years, starting out with bloodletting, leeches, hanging upside down, exorcisms, genital mutilation, and chemical douches. During the Middle ages, the perception of chronic pelvic pain shifted from a recognized condition to something caused by hysteria, promiscuity, or it was made up. In the hayday of Hippocratic practice, Endometriosis was more common than it is today, likely due to the inaccessibility of diagnosis compared to 4,000 years ago. Somehow.

Today, treatments include birth control, surgery, hysterectomy, and pain relief. There is no cure.

It takes an average of 7-12 years for someone to receive a diagnosis.

Anyone can get endometriosis, including cis men

A hysterectomy is not a cure, as endometriosis will continue to grow and spread to other organs

The pain one experiences due to endometriosis does not correlate with staging. Staging reveals how extensive endometriosis lesions are, not pain. Someone with stage 1 could experience excruciating pain, while someone with stage 4 and frozen pelvis can experience no pain.

Endometriosis lesions are not endometrial lining. The tissue is similar, but not the same. Thus, no one actually knows what endometriosis actually is.

It is only diagnosable through laparoscopic surgery. It can be detected via imaging such as ultrasound or MRI, but more often than not, it isn't seen. You can have completely clear tests up until your surgery and still have even the higher stages of Endo (like me!) (this one was for all you undiagnosed people, you're not crazy!)

Endometriosis is comorbid with many things, including pelvic floor dysfunction, adenomyosis, vulvodynia, uterine cancer and fibroids, ovarian cancer, many autoimmune and inflammatory conditions (rheumatoid arthritis, MS, IBD), and cardiovascular disease.

I've provided links in each point and I deeply encourage you to read my sources, whether you have endo or not. Not enough people understand endometriosis so a lot of us who deal with it don't get grace or compassion, be it in our work lives, relationships, friendships, or family. People with endo, happy endometriosis awareness month.

#endometriosis #endo #endometriosis awareness #chronic illness #disability #cripple punk #chronic pain #chronically ill #disability awareness #cpunk #endometriosis awareness month

[aaliyahunleashed]

#OnThisDay May 13, 2000

Aaliyah attends the 7th Annual Revlon Run/Walk for Women in Los Angeles, CA presented by the Entertainment Industry Foundation.

The Revlon Run Walk is a 5k race running and walking event that is important to cancer survivors and those who want to contribute. Two run/walk events are held annually in Los Angeles, California and New York City and often attended the famous.

All of the proceeds are used to help fight cancer, specifically women's cancers such as breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and uterine cancer through awareness, research, patient counseling, and outreach programs.

You can donate to the Aaliyah Memorial Fund which was set up so that fans, friends and family can contribute to and support causes that Aaliyah found important; including Revlon/UCLA Breast Center and various other charitable causes.

Aaliyah Memorial Fund

PO Box 299

Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

Or visit aaliyah.com for Memorial Fund information.

Rarely Posted photography in this post from AaliyahPL

#aaliyah #revlonwalk #revlon #fightcancer #ripaaliyah #charity #charityevent #5krun #5kwalk #teamAaliyah #onthisday #hiphopculture #hiphopartist

[tabijozwick]

Remembering Chester Bennington

Five years ago, we lost Chester Bennington to depression. Since then, many Linkin Park soldiers took his death and turned it into a mission. Some are using the mission to bring awareness to mental health in general while others use it to improve on their own mental health.  For me, I am using Chester’s life and death as a way to focus on my mental health. When I was 23, I listed to the Linkin Park album Meteora to process my Asperger Syndrome (a type of autism) diagnosis. Now, add my endometrial cancer (also known as uterine cancer) diagnosis to the list of how my mental health affects my physical health.  Just this past week (July 13), I quit my job at McDonald’s because it got too stressful to me. I wrote a note to the general manager and scheduling manager saying that due to both my physical and mental health, that I was resigning effective immediately. I clocked out, took my stuff from the locker, and left a portion of my uniform in the break room, and left at the end of my shift. The following day, I brought the rest of my uniform, dropped it off in the break room, and basically walked off. To me, my mental health is a lot more important than that paycheck.  As for mental health in general, I say you should take a break to focus on you, not your job, not your family and friends, focus on you. If you need to, embrace your inner taco and let out a good cry. Tacos fall apart and we still love them. 

#Linkin Park #make chester proud #Chester Bennington #depression sucks #depression #mental heath awareness #mental health matters #mental health #autistic experiences #autistic mental health #autistic life #actually autistic #cancer survivor #endometral cancer survivor #uterine cancer survivor

[oncologistseemasingh]

Risk Factors Of Uterine Cancer- Dr. Seema Singh

Uterine cancer, also known as endometrial cancer, is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. It occurs when abnormal cells in the lining of the uterus grow and multiply, forming a tumor. Although the exact cause of uterine cancer is not known, there are several risk factors that have been identified. Understanding these risk factors can help women to take steps to reduce their risk of developing uterine cancer. In this article, we will discuss in detail some of the key risk factors for uterine cancer.

Age: The risk of uterine cancer increases as women get older, with most cases occurring in women over the age of 50. Women who have gone through menopause are at an increased risk, as the body produces less progesterone, which helps to regulate the growth of the uterine lining.

Hormonal imbalances: Hormonal imbalances can increase the risk of uterine cancer. For example, women with an excess of estrogen in their bodies, such as those who have undergone hormone replacement therapy or have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), are at a higher risk of developing uterine cancer. Similarly, women who have a deficiency of progesterone are also at an increased risk.

Obesity: Being overweight or obese increases the risk of uterine cancer. This is because excess body fat can cause an increase in estrogen levels, which can stimulate the growth of the uterine lining. Women who carry excess weight around their waist are at a higher risk than those who carry it around their hips.

Family history: Women who have a family history of uterine cancer are at an increased risk of developing the disease themselves. This risk is particularly high if a close relative (such as a mother, sister, or daughter) has had the disease.

Reproductive history: Women who have never had children, those who have had infertility, or those who have started menstruating at a younger age and/or gone through menopause at a later age may have an increased risk of uterine cancer. This is because these factors are associated with a longer exposure to estrogen.

Diabetes: Women with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing uterine cancer, possibly due to the hormonal changes associated with the condition.

Radiation therapy: Women who have undergone radiation therapy to the pelvic area are at an increased risk of developing uterine cancer. This is because the radiation can damage the cells in the lining of the uterus.

Lynch syndrome: Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that increases the risk of several types of cancer, including uterine cancer. Women with Lynch syndrome have a higher risk of developing uterine cancer at a younger age than women without the condition.

Ethnicity: Women of certain ethnicities are at a higher risk of developing uterine cancer. For example, African American women are more likely to develop the disease than women of other races.

Use of tamoxifen: Tamoxifen is a medication that is commonly used to treat breast cancer. However, it can also increase the risk of uterine cancer. Women who are taking tamoxifen should be closely monitored for any signs of uterine cancer.

In conclusion, understanding the risk factors for uterine cancer is important for women to take steps to reduce their risk of developing the disease. Women can reduce their risk of uterine cancer by maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and controlling any hormonal imbalances or other medical conditions they may have. It is also important to attend regular gynecological check-ups and speak with a healthcare provider about any concerns or questions. By being proactive about their health, women can reduce their risk of uterine cancer.

Delhi has several well-equipped hospitals and cancer centers that offer comprehensive breast cancer treatment. Some of the prominent cancer hospitals in Delhi include the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Dr. Seema is considered one of the best female oncologist in Delhi.

These hospitals have state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced oncologists, surgeons, and radiation therapists. They also offer support services such as counseling, nutritional advice, and physical therapy to help patients manage the side effects of treatment and improve their overall quality of life.

#surgical oncologist #uterine cancer #uterine cancer doctor #Uterus cancer awareness #Risk Factors Of Uterine Cancer

[sharonisthebettercarter]

Castration and orchidectomy are not the same thing.

Castration is the removal of the testicles, while orchidectomy is the removal of only one testicle. Orchidectomy can be done for medical reasons and to treat certain conditions, but it is also a common procedure for transgender people who are transitioning to a male or male-presenting gender identity.

While both can lead to a reduction in the production of certain hormones, the overall effects and consequences are different depending on the specific procedure and the patient's individual medical needs and goals.

putting these in one again

Orchidectomy (from the Greek "orchi" meaning "testicle") is a surgical procedure in which one or both testicles are removed from a person's body. It's a form of castration, because it removes the production of testosterone from the body. This can lead to a decrease in libido, hair growth, and energy levels, as well as a change in voice and body shape due to the loss of estrogen and testosterone that would usually be produced by the testicles.

Orchidectomy can be done to treat certain medical conditions like uterine, ovarian, and other gynecological cancers as well as testicular cancer.

baby, all you told me in these two is that a square is not a rectangle it's a rhombus but also it is a form of rectangle and it's so unnecessary, i gotta tell ya. but it's a little bit funny to me too

this is all semantics, but from what i gather, orchiectomy is what they call the surgical procedure for bilateral castration today. it's just a slightly newer word for the same old process, granted with much better medical knowledge and safety than the 19th or 16th centuries, but i digress, lmao

emasculation actually has an archaic use that means to castrate as well! neuter is even older than all of them. sorry, lol, synonym nut because i write<3

... smuts... sometimes... ;)))))))))))))))))))))))))

ahem.

i am aware that there are medical advantages or reasonings to castration and that orchiectomy would be used for trans people as well, but i suppose this could be news for others?? and i'm always down for edumacation~<3 (same goes for mastectomies and hysterectomies too, ESPECIALLY for fibroids and endometriosis)

i still thinks it's a bit extreme of a jump for ryan (which has me wondering if you may be projecting some internalized feelings onto him as a character/want to see them represented which to a degree, i can get, go and be *you* if you are trans and don't let anyone tell you different), but don't think i missed all the hints

this tells me you want ryan to be trans i'm guessing? i think rep of a trans person/kid would be nice and plausible for the boys (especially with how witch hunty people are right now, fuck that), but i don't know if i want it to happen to ryan specifically when he like... he *already* has HOMELANDER to deal with and you wanna add to that???

listen... i just wanna see ryan be a little shit and use his powers. the actor who plays him is GREAT at being a creepy little fucker (prior experience in horror!) which i suppose could work with the trans aspect, but like... it would be a lot going on at once (there's a balance here that can be easily overloaded) and i'm not so sure you'd want a little transgirl minilander lasering the shit out of stuff??? (or maybe you do, LMAO!!)

but i also feel like if there were any indication he might be trans, he'd have already shown signs with becca raising him (she was 100% a supportive parent, she raised him gentle which homie insulted but i'm pretty sure she would have let ryan actually be a girl if he felt uncomfortable being a boy is what i'm getting at.)

OR~<3! and here's a kickin' twist... ryan has secretly been trans the whole time<3<3<3!!! (could you imagine, whole different set of problems with homelander finding out but he'd probably *actually* encourage it in this case *just* to hide it since he's already introduced ryan as his son to the public!)

i do think some good trans rep may be more likely for gen v and that it would be lovely to see<3

my thing is that i just want them to add big bobby~<3 (hughie's transwoman friend in the comics) cause she's over 6 foot and a total boss that flaunts her fabulously flamboyant fashion sense while just being all around awesome and huge and awesome and kind of an asshole but also awesome i love her... i also LOVE bobby as a girl's name like you have no idea... IT'S CUTE--.

but idk, it's whatever i guess, and remember that squares are the lovechild of the rhombus and rectangle~<3<3<3

and go write trans ryan fic if you want trans ryan, lol! you have all rights to do whatever the fuck you want in fanfic<3 ;)

**ALSO, i'm assuming the very last thing you mentioned pertains exclusively to intersexed people, satan that did not hit me the first time.

but generally if someone can have an orchiectomy, they don't have a uterus or ovaries (though yes, i am aware some often ignored humans do have both), i would have started by mentioning testicular/prostate/other y chromosome related cancers because generally speaking, someone who has testes does not see a gynecologist or is at risk for any of those cancers. (generally, again, intersex people and chromosomal disorders are a thing)

anywho~<3 ;))))

#lmao #learning #square #rhombus #rectangle #ryan butcher #transgender #trans representation #gen v #the boys #big bobby #rambling #semantics #synonyms #becca butcher #homelander #bad parenting #good parenting #from becca #homie's a different animal and i expect things that will entertain me more than they should

[faewitchsherbs]

𝕬𝖓𝖎𝖘𝖊/𝕾𝖙𝖆𝖗 𝕬𝖓𝖎𝖘𝖊

𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖒𝖔𝖓/𝖋𝖔𝖑𝖐 𝖓𝖆𝖒𝖊(𝖘): Anise, Star Anise, Chinese Anise 𝕭𝖎𝖓𝖔𝖒𝖎𝖆𝖑 𝖓𝖆𝖒𝖊(𝖘): Illicium verum 𝕱𝖆𝖒𝖎𝖑𝖞: Schisandraceae~ Magnolia vine, Kadsura

𝕸𝖊𝖉𝖎𝖈𝖎𝖓𝖆𝖑 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: Used as a remedy for gas, bloating, cramping, and digestive issues, good for bronchitis and asthma. Antibacterial, antifungal, helps keep blood sugar in check, reduce depression and menopause symptoms. 𝕾𝖎𝖉𝖊 𝖊𝖋𝖋𝖊𝖈𝖙𝖘: May have estrogen-like effects, so there's some concern that the use of anise supplements may be potentially harmful to people with hormone-sensitive conditions, such as hormone-dependent cancers (breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer), endometriosis, and uterine fibroids.

𝕸𝖆𝖌𝖎𝖈𝖆𝖑/𝖒𝖊𝖙𝖆𝖕𝖍𝖞𝖘𝖎𝖈𝖆𝖑 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: Banishes evil Clairvoyance Clarity Dark moon divination Dream potion (slow cook in Olive, Coconut or Jojoba oil and anoint wrists and temples before bed) Immortality Love Luck Place on altar to increase the power generated Power generator Prophetic visions Protection Psychic awareness Represent stars Spiritual offerings

��𝖊𝖎𝖙𝖞(𝖎𝖊𝖘): 𝕰𝖑𝖊𝖒𝖊𝖓𝖙(𝖘): Air/Water 𝕻𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖊𝖙(𝖘): Mercury/Jupiter 𝖅𝖔𝖉𝖎𝖆𝖈(𝖘): 𝕲𝖊𝖓𝖉𝖊𝖗(𝖘): Fem 𝕮𝖍𝖆𝖐𝖗𝖆(𝖘):

𝕻𝖔𝖎𝖘𝖔𝖓𝖔𝖚𝖘? 𝕴𝖋 𝖓𝖔, 𝖋𝖑𝖆𝖛𝖔𝖗𝖘 & 𝖔𝖗 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖘: no- Has a sweet licorice flavor 𝕮𝖔𝖒𝖒𝖔𝖓𝖑𝖞 𝖚𝖘𝖊𝖉 𝖎𝖓: Dough for baked goods, fruit fillings for pies, and ground meat before baking. Anise extract can be used in baked goods and to flavor drinks such as coffee or hot chocolate. The seeds can also be used to brew a licorice-flavored tea.

𝕻𝖗𝖔𝖕𝖆𝖌𝖆𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓- 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖊 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: Full sun, inside or outside 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: Sow anise in the garden as early as two weeks before the average last frost date in spring. Anise requires a long, frost-free growing season of about 120 days. 𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖕𝖑𝖆𝖓𝖙: Growing anise needs regular water until the plants are established and then can tolerate periods of drought.  𝕻𝖗𝖊𝖋𝖊𝖗𝖗𝖊𝖉 𝖈𝖔𝖓𝖉𝖎𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓𝖘: Does best around 65 to 70 degrees. Likes slightly acidic soil with consistent moisture 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖈𝖔𝖑𝖑𝖊𝖈𝖙 𝖘𝖊𝖊𝖉𝖘/𝖘𝖕𝖔𝖗𝖊𝖘/𝖊𝖈𝖙: August to September when the flowers go to seed. Save the seed heads in a paper bag until they dry enough for the seed to fall out of the old flowers. 𝕺𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗 𝖙𝖎𝖕𝖘: Compost is the only fertilizer you'll need

𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖎𝖉𝖊𝖓𝖙𝖎𝖋𝖞: The solid green leaves are two to four inches long, simple, spirally-arranged, and obovate to elliptic in shape. Crushed leaves have a licorice aroma. Flowers are inconspicuous and fruit is a star shaped many-seeded pod about 3/4 inch in diameter.

𝕳𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙- 𝖂𝖍𝖊𝖓 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: takes up to 6 years to grow fruit. Pick when still unripe, available all year round with fresh pods between March and May. Seeds require more than 100 frost-free days to reach harvest. Harvest seeds from late summer to early autumn starting 𝖂𝖍𝖆𝖙 𝖙𝖔 𝖑𝖔𝖔𝖐 𝖋𝖔𝖗: About two to three weeks after flowering when seeds have turned brown and fall easily from the head. 𝖂𝖍𝖆𝖙 𝖕𝖆𝖗𝖙𝖘 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: seeds flowers and fruit 𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖍𝖆𝖗𝖛𝖊𝖘𝖙: Snip anise leaves for fresh use as needed.  𝕳𝖔𝖜 𝖙𝖔 𝖉𝖗𝖞/𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖊: Dry in the sun or in an oven

#witch #witchy #witchcraft #herbal #herbs #herbalism #green witch #Anise #Star Anise

[drshivanisachdevgoursciivf]

Demystifying Female Infertility: Exploring 5 Potential Causes

Female infertility is a complex condition that affects a significant number of women around the world. The inability to conceive can be emotionally challenging and often prompts a search for answers. While infertility can have various underlying causes, this article aims to shed light on five potential factors that may contribute to female infertility. By understanding these causes, individuals and healthcare professionals can work together to explore appropriate interventions and treatment options.

Hormonal Imbalances: One of the common causes of female infertility is hormonal imbalances. Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, luteinizing hormone (LH), and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) play vital roles in regulating the menstrual cycle and promoting ovulation. Any disruption in the delicate balance of these hormones can lead to irregular or absent ovulation, making it difficult for women to conceive.

Structural Abnormalities: Structural abnormalities within the reproductive system can also contribute to female infertility. Conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or blocked fallopian tubes can hinder the fertilization process or implantation of a fertilized egg. These conditions may require medical intervention or surgical procedures to restore fertility.

Age-related Factors: Advancing age is a significant factor that impacts female fertility. As women age, the quantity and quality of their eggs decline. The chances of chromosomal abnormalities and miscarriages increase, making it more challenging to conceive naturally. It is important for women to be aware of their reproductive timeline and seek assistance from healthcare professionals if they face difficulties in conceiving as they get older.

Lifestyle Factors: Certain lifestyle factors can contribute to female infertility. Obesity, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, drug abuse, and high levels of stress can all have adverse effects on reproductive health. These factors can disrupt hormonal balance, interfere with ovulation, and affect the overall fertility of women. Adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes regular exercise, a balanced diet, and stress management techniques can positively impact fertility.

Medical Conditions and Treatments: Certain medical conditions and treatments can also cause infertility in females. Conditions such as thyroid disorders, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, and cancer can affect fertility. Additionally, treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy can damage the reproductive organs and impair fertility. It is crucial for women with these conditions to consult with their healthcare providers to explore fertility preservation options before undergoing such treatments.

Conclusion: Understanding the potential causes of female infertility is crucial for women and healthcare professionals alike. By identifying these factors, individuals can take proactive steps to address and manage their reproductive health. It is important to remember that each case of infertility is unique, and a comprehensive evaluation by a healthcare professional is essential to determine the underlying cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan. With advancements in medical science and fertility treatments, many individuals can still achieve their dream of starting a family despite facing infertility challenges.

Looking for a Free IVF Consultation with an IVF Specialist? Contact Dr. Shivani Sachdev Gour.

#infertility #ivf treatment #ivf doctors

[defilerwyrm]

Hi, assuming your asks are still open for this, I'm curious about total hysterectomies. What would I expect to have to do to get that done, since it seems like something doctors are very unlikely to do for younger people? Is there anything specific I should be aware of for the recovery after having one? Thank you in advance by the way!

That varies by location and circumstance. In the US, most doctors will outright refuse to do it unless you’re over 35 and/or already have 1-2 kids. They might whinge and condescend about the misogynistic, heteronormative, transphobic presumption that if you have a uterus, then OBVIOUSLY you’re going to want to use it at some point. I first asked in my 20s and was flat-out told I couldn’t have it done because I was too young.

Push for a cancer screening. If you have the genetic markers for certain types of uterine, cervical, and/or ovarian cancers, that can make it a lot easier to talk a misogynist into giving you healthcare. If you have the markers and they still refuse, demand that they record that they’re refusing and why.

Better still, look for a trans-friendly OB/GYN in your area. If you’re in or around Austin, TX, look up Dr. Mushtaler. She’s excellent.

In the months leading up to surgery, it’s a good idea to start doing Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor. This will help prevent incontinence.

After surgery, you will probably be kept in the hospital overnight, pumped full of fluids, and made to pee like a racehorse all night. Rely on your attending nurses and rest when you can.

Bending over during recovery is going to be a no-go, so before you go in for surgery, move as many important things as you can to waist- to chest-height. You won’t be able to shower for a little while, probably, so get yourself some wet wipes (they’re not flushable, even if the package says they are) and dry shampoo. Invest in an ice buddy or whatever they’re called—this can be anything from a rice-stuffed pillow to a specialized plushie.

Lying down will also be problematic for the first week or two. If you’ve got a recliner, you’re golden, camp out in that. If not, see if you can get one of those big pillows that looks like a zapped triangle meant for sitting up.

At some point after the fact you’ll get hot flashes periodically as your biological estrogen bottoms out. Those suck, but they’re normal, and they won’t last forever.

It is also normal if you have to pee all the time for uh. The rest of your life.

#hysterectomy #bottom surgery #transgender #lgbtq #gender affirmation surgery #total hysterectomy #queerdom #replies to things #trans matters

[coochiequeens]

Ladies if we need to start reporting Medical professionals that don’t give enough pain relief.

I was an interventional radiologist for 35 years, placing needles and catheters into conscious patients every day. I had three different intensely painful procedures before I qualified in medicine and as a result have had a needle phobia all my life – ironic considering my career. I discovered early in training that hurting anyone was avoidable with conscious sedation and intravenous pain relief, supplemented with generous local anaesthetic administered with long needles as thin as a hair applied to the nerves of the region.

None of my colleagues in the three countries in which I worked did this consistently, if at all. I am aware that it was largely my own experiences that alerted me to the need for adequate pain relief. The medical injunction to do no harm should also mean cause no pain, as this is not difficult to achieve. Some surgeons and radiologists should never be let near a conscious patient. I knew an orthopaedic surgeon who retired at 58 due to cancer. He told me later that he realised he had never given enough pain relief throughout his career. What a sad epitaph for an otherwise decent man and able surgeon.  Mark J Towers Navan, County Meath, Ireland

 A few years ago, I experienced a post-menopausal bleed and was referred for an ultrasound scan. The female radiographer who did the scan said all was well. She was pleased that I would not now have to go into “the next room”, where a doctor was waiting to carry out further investigations on women whose scan showed potential abnormalities. She said that she often held the hands of these women and could hardly bear the sound of their “ whimpering”. That word will stick with me for ever. A year or so later I mentioned this on a routine visit to a gynaecologist. His response: “She should never have said that. It’s not that bad.” What a conspiracy of silence.  Stella Acton Cambridge

I was recently admitted to A&E with excruciating abdominal pain. I was denied effective pain relief for three days before being given “patient controlled analgesia”. During the three days prior to this, I requested pain relief for the removal of my coil and was reluctantly given gas and air. I later requested extra pain relief for the removal of an abdominal drain, which I was denied. The devastation of the NHS seems to be affecting clinical practice to the point of illegality. Name and address supplied

 Hospital gynaecology departments seem to be coercing women into endoscopies of the womb with no sedation or anaesthesia, just done with over-the-counter medicines to be taken at home. NHS audits show that one in three experience severe pain during a hysteroscopy, biopsy or polyp removal, which can take more than half an hour. “I was tortured by lovely people” – the Campaign Against Painful Hysteroscopy hears this almost daily.

Hospital clinics are pretending that uterine endoscopy causes only “mild discomfort”, when in fact it causes significant pain for most patients. The Campaign Against Painful Hysteroscopy has an ongoing survey of more than 2,500 stories of gynaecological violence. It’s time that the Department of Health offered all hysteroscopy patients anaesthesia or safely-monitored intravenous sedation with analgesia. Katharine Tylko Campaign Against Painful Hysteroscopy

#Women’s pain #Women and pain relief #Medical professionals not listening to women