Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentDiagnostic TestsWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Diagnostic Tests When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions Menopause and hair loss go hand in hand for many people. Studies show slightly more than half of all females experience some degree of menopause-relatedhair thinningor loss. By definition,menopauseoccurs when menstrual periods have stopped for at least 12 months....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDebunking the MythCausesThe Menstrual CyclePregnancy and Delayed PeriodsOther Contributing FactorsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Debunking the Myth Causes The Menstrual Cycle Pregnancy and Delayed Periods Other Contributing Factors Seeking Medical Care Having sex can only delay your period if it results in pregnancy. The menstrual cycle is a natural part of life for people with a uterus. Everyone who menstruates can experience a late period at some point due to stress, exercise, hormones, and health issues that can throw off your cycle....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Headaches and Migraines?SymptomsTreatmentWhen to Seek TreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Headaches and Migraines? Symptoms Treatment When to Seek Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Menopause and headaches are often intertwined. For some women,menopausemarks the end of monthly hormonal headaches. But, the transition into menopause can trigger more frequent headaches and migraines. This article discusses menopause and headaches....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Heart Failure?Can It Be Reversed?How to Reverse ItMedicationPreventionOutlookFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Heart Failure? Can It Be Reversed? How to Reverse It Medication Prevention Outlook Frequently Asked Questions Heart failureis a chronic condition that, if untreated, typically gets progressively worse over time. With advances in medical technology and more knowledge about how heart failure develops, most people no longer receive one-size-fits-all treatment for heart failure....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Heart Palpitations?Are Heart Palpitations a Symptom of Menopause?Treating Heart PalpitationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Heart Palpitations? Are Heart Palpitations a Symptom of Menopause? Treating Heart Palpitations Frequently Asked Questions Nearly all females experiencemenopauseunless they have their ovaries removed before puberty. You may also experienceheart palpitationsduring the different stages of menopause.This article discusses menopause-related heart palpitations, how to manage them, and when to see a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Heel Pain?Is It an AS Symptom?TreatmentWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Heel Pain? Is It an AS Symptom? Treatment When to Seek Care The chronic autoimmune conditionankylosing spondylitis(AS) typically impacts the joints and soft tissue structures in the spine. But more advanced cases of AS can also affect peripheral areas like the heel and cause pain in this region....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Height Loss?Is It a Symptom?Treatment and ManagementWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Height Loss? Is It a Symptom? Treatment and Management When to Seek Medical Care It’s normal to lose a little height in the second half of life. But significant height loss can signify a medical condition, oftenosteoporosis. In this article, you’ll learn how and why osteoporosis can cause height loss and what you can do about it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe LinkConstipation SymptomsGetting ReliefPreventionOther ComplicationsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Link Constipation Symptoms Getting Relief Prevention Other Complications Seeking Medical Care Hemorrhoidscan contribute toconstipationdue to how hemorrhoidal symptoms change a person’s bathroom habits.Hemorrhoids are veins in the rectum and anus that become inflamed and swollen. They can cause symptoms such as itching, pain, and bleeding. Some people may have no symptoms at all, but others may find that hemorrhoids can be a difficult problem that negatively affects their life in many ways....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDo Herbs Help?Herbs for Hair GrowthOther Natural TreatmentsWill Herbs Help You?How to Use Them?Hair Growth Tips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Do Herbs Help? Herbs for Hair Growth Other Natural Treatments Will Herbs Help You? How to Use Them? Hair Growth Tips Most people experience some level of hair thinning or hair loss in their lifetime. In many cases, such as following pregnancy or illness, hair will start to regrow on its own....

Key TakeawaysGinger, fennel, and cinnamon are some herbs commonly used to soothe menstrual pain.Research on the effects of these herbs is limited.Natural herbs can still come with unwanted side effects and they often don’t show results immediately. Key Takeaways Ginger, fennel, and cinnamon are some herbs commonly used to soothe menstrual pain.Research on the effects of these herbs is limited.Natural herbs can still come with unwanted side effects and they often don’t show results immediately....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesComplicationsDiagnosisWhen to See a ProviderMedicationOther TreatmentWhat to ExpectReducing RisksChecking Your Blood Pressure Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Complications Diagnosis When to See a Provider Medication Other Treatment What to Expect Reducing Risks Checking Your Blood Pressure High blood pressure (hypertension) has become more common during pregnancy than it was decades ago.Some people have high blood pressure before they get pregnant. It’s also possible to get high blood pressure during pregnancy, even if you didn’t have it before....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Normal?Can It Make You Tired?TreatmentWhen to See a ProviderPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Normal? Can It Make You Tired? Treatment When to See a Provider Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Excessive daytime sleepiness or tiredness can be a symptom ofhigh blood pressure, and it has been shown to be a potential warning sign for cardiac events....

High blood pressure and high cholesterol are the most common conditions that can lead to cardiovascular disease if ignored. The good news is thatboth conditionsare treatable with lifestyle modifications and/or medication.There are many medications that can be used to help control yourhigh blood pressure, but in some cases, these drugs may also have an effect on yourcholesterol and triglyceride levels. Some blood pressure-lowering medications may improve your lipid profile whereas some drugs may actually make it worse....