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Polycystic Ovarian syndrome (PCOS)

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Polycysticovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects 1 in 10 woman of child bearing age. Woman with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance and metabolic problem that may affect their overall health and appearance. PCOS is a common and treatable cause of infertility. The hormonal imbalance creates problems in the ovaries. The ovaries form multiple fluid filled sacs called follicles in its outer edge which fail to mature and ovulate.   The egg may not develop as it should or it may not be released during ovulation as it should be. CAUSE - Exact cause is still not known but genetic and environmental factos both plays a role. Genes – Studies show that POCS run in families. It is likely that many genes contribute to this condition. High levels of androgens - All women make small amounts of androgens or male hormones. Androgens control the development of male traits like male pattern baldness. Women with PCOS have more androgens than normal. Higher than normal androgen l...

HERNIA DISEASE – ITS SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTS

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What is hernia? Is defined as abnormal protrusion (bulge) of abdominal viscera through a weakened part of abdominal wall. A hernia disease does not get better over time, neither will be it go away by itself. It always becomes bigger with time. What are the common types? The common sites of hernia are groin (inguinal and femoral) and the belly button (umbilical) and at the site of previous surgery (incisional). There are many different types but are not common. Who are at risk of getting hernia? Anyone can get hernia and New born to Elderly persons. At   any risk are Persons engaged in hard labor like lightly lifting heavy goods, with chronic cough, straining for passing urine and stools, smoker and   obese persons with previous open abdominal surgery are common to get hernia treatment. How to detect or diagnose hernia? Hernia is easy to recognize, and they are usually presenting as bulge under the skin especially on standing or straining and disappears on lying d...