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Mood swings in menopause

Mood swings in menopause

Mood changes can occur during and after menopause. They can take mild forms such as feeling irritated and upset, or more severe forms such as…

06 Sep 2010

1 week pregnant: The last menstrual period

1 week pregnant: The last menstrual period

Week 1 of pregnancy begins with menstrual bleeding. Hormonal changes cause the uterus to shed its lining and ovaries to start maturing an egg for…

17 Aug 2010

2 weeks pregnant: Ovulation

2 weeks pregnant: Ovulation

Week 2 of pregnancy occurs around the time of ovulation, when the egg is released in the ovary. It's the best time to have sex…

17 Aug 2010

3 weeks pregnant: The beginning of human development

3 weeks pregnant: The beginning of human development

Week 3 of pregnancy is the time of fertilisation (conception). The lining of the womb is ready to provide an ideal environment for a fertilised…

17 Aug 2010

Simple allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC); perennial allergic conjunctivitis (PAC))

Simple allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC); perennial allergic conjunctivitis (PAC))

Simple allergic conjunctivitis includes seasonal (triggered by allergens like pollen) and perennial (triggered by allergens like dust mites or animal hair).

23 Jul 2010

Sleep physiology

Sleep physiology

Sleep, a state of reduced awareness and movement, occurs in a sleep cycle of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and non-REM sleep.

20 Jun 2010

How will I know when I am in labour?

How will I know when I am in labour?

The start of labour is identified by regular coordinated contractions (feeling of tightening with pain), which cause the cervix to become shorter, then dilate.

06 Apr 2010

Testosterone

Testosterone

Testosterone is the male sex hormone and one of a group of hormones known as androgens. It can be supplemented with testosterone replacement therapy.

19 Feb 2010

Dental Health and Nutrition During Pregnancy

Dental Health and Nutrition During Pregnancy

During pregnancy there must be extra attention placed on good dental hygiene for the sake of the expecting mother, and also for the dental development of…

23 Jan 2010