Common Medical and Health Questions For Women
There are so many health questions for women that need to be answered. A serious illness or a dreaded disease can indeed slow a person down. But with today’s integrative medicine – combining ancient wisdom with modern technology – people can now live longer and healthier. Breast cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, depression, and autoimmune disease, are the top five medical conditions that occur in women.
These medical conditions are explained in summary here and how we can prevent them from affecting our daily lives.
How can breast cancer be prevented and what are the risk factors of this disease?
Breast cancer is a common cancer that targets women and is one of the leading causes of death among women – second only to lung cancer. The American Cancer Society lists down several factors for breast cancer and this includes age, genes, family history, early menstruation, obesity, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, breast biopsy, and chest radiation at an early age. There are ways to prevent breast cancer and this involves weight control, and having a healthy lifestyle by avoiding smoking, drugs, and alcohol.
What are the causes of heart disease and how can I prevent it?
Heart disease is considered the leading cause of deaths in both sexes and it accounts for 30% of deaths in women alone. The symptoms of heart disease are typical for women and this may involve more than just chest pains like shortness of breath, jaw lock, nausea, vomiting, and shoulder ache. The common causes of heart disease include high blood pressure, obesity, aging, smoking, diabetes, substance abuse and lack of physical activities. But if you change your lifestyle to a healthier one, you will be able to fight off this disease.
What are the risk factors of osteoporosis and how can it be prevented?
About 50 million Americans suffer from osteoporosis and 70% of this number corresponds to women. The good news is that osteoporosis is preventable. The risk factors include sex, age, family history, anorexia, lack of vitamin D and calcium, use of medications like anti-convulsants, sex hormones, smoking, and alcohol. Depending on the reason, there is a wide body of knowledge today on how you can prevent this disease.
How do I cope with depression?
Depression is a psychological condition that affects many women. While hormonal changes may be a factor, psychologists believe that women need to reconnect to society in order to prevent this disorder. If a patient has a family history of depression, there is a strong likelihood that the patient will be depressed in her lifetime so it’s crucial to consult a psychiatrist for help. There are a number of reasons why a woman can fall into depression and this includes marital issues, physical and sexual abuse, or medical conditions that may trigger the condition. In order to reduce the risk of falling into depression, psychiatrists agree that a nurturing relationship inside and outside the home may help. A great place to start in finding support, is to search for women’s groups on the internet.
What are autoimmune disorders?
Autoimmune disorders attack the body’s immune system and destroy the tissues. There are more than 70 medical conditions that fall under this category and this includes diabetes, multiple sclerosis and lupus which are all common to women.
Even with your busy schedule, you’ll still be able to achieve health and fitness. Proper nutrition can be maintained at home by preparing dishes that are packed with vitamins and minerals. Avoid smoking and too much alcohol. Get enough sleep so you’ll feel refreshed in the morning when you wake up. Keeping away from substance abuse, getting enough rest and sleep, exercising and healthy eating habits help in alleviating these medical conditions.
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