Pelvic Pain and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
Pain in the lower part of the abdomen is coined as pelvic pain. It can be gynaecological or non gynaecological (Table 1). It can be further classified as acute (sudden onset) or chronic (more than six months). Gynaecological causes of…
Do Adults Suffer from Autism?
Autism is a generic name for a series of fundamental behavioral disorders, referred to as autistic spectrum disorders, mainly characterized by an impaired development in communication, social skills and interactions, and behavior. Although there is a common ground for the…
No More Dull Skin: 5 Bad Habits to Avoid
The health of your skin reflects the health of your body. Dull skin can be the result of unhealthy lifestyles and habits. Understanding the causes of dull skin can help make changes in lifestyle which will go a long way…
Medical Check Ups That Every Woman Should Know
Regular health care visits and screenings go a long way in preventing health issues, and are a must even for healthy individuals. Here is a list of important health screenings for women to help them be proactive about health. Remember…
Common Gynaelogical Problems in Adolescents and Young Adults
Adolescence is the period that occurs after childhood and before adulthood, from ages 10 to 19. It represents one of the critical transitions in the life span and is characterised by a tremendous pace in growth and development – physical,…
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Do you have the sign or symptoms below? Loud snoring Headache after waking up Insomnia (Difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep) Feeling sleepy during daytime (hypersomnia) Lack of concentration and attention Memory loss Trouble recalling memories Night time urination…
Are You Beginning to Burn Out?
Many of us scratch our heads trying to work out what is a balanced lifestyle. Some of us may even be unaware that such a thing is even possible. Most of us work: we have our careers and ambition. We…
Migraines and Headaches – When to Worry About Them
Could it be something serious? In the vast majority of cases, a headache isn’t a sign of a serious problem. But, rarely, it can be a symptom of a condition such as a stroke, meningitis, or a brain tumour. Warning…
12 Questions for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Good sleep habits are often referred to as good sleep hygiene. There are many things that can be done to improve sleep. While most of these are common sense, life is very busy and we often don’t think about them.…
Do You Need Hearing Aids?
Hearing is the ability to perceive sound by the human ear. The ear is divided into three compartments, i.e outer, middle and inner ear respectively. Sound waves are picked up by the outer ear (pinna), channelled through the auditory canal…
