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Headaches During Pregnancy: Medication & Natural Options

Headaches During Pregnancy: Medication & Natural Options

Updated on 05-18-2022

A dor de cabeça na gravidez é mais comum durante o 1º trimestre de gestação. Veja o que pode fazer naturalmente para aliviar a dor de cabeça durante e quando é recomendado ir no médico para usar remédios de farmácia.

Discharge Colors: What They Mean & How To Treat Them

Discharge Colors: What They Mean & How To Treat Them

Updated on 05-13-2022

When vaginal discharge has a different color, smell, is thicker or has an unusual consistency it may be a sign of a vaginal infection. Learn what can cause the most common types of vaginal discharge and how to treat each one of them.

White Discharge: 7 Causes & How to Treat It

White Discharge: 7 Causes & How to Treat It

Updated on 05-13-2022

When white discharge has a particular smell and a different consistency than usual, it could be a sign of a vaginal infection. However, not all discharge is a sign of a disease or infection. Learn about the 7 common causes of white vaginal discharge and how to prevent it.

Mucus Plug: What it Looks Like & When Labor Starts

Mucus Plug: What it Looks Like & When Labor Starts

Updated on 05-10-2022

The mucus plug is a barrier that prevents bacteria and other microorganisms from entering the uterus during pregnancy. It usually falls out after 37 weeks. Learn about what it looks like, what it means when you lose it, and what to do .

Lower Belly Pain During Pregnancy: Causes & What To Do

Lower Belly Pain During Pregnancy: Causes & What To Do

Updated on 05-09-2022

Low belly pain is common during pregnancy, and it usually happens due to expected, pregnancy-related growth and changes. However, if you notice bleeding or fever, this may indicate something more serious that requires assessment. Learn about the main causes for low belly pain and what to do.

Endometriosis Symptoms (In the Bladder, Bowels or Ovaries)

Endometriosis Symptoms (In the Bladder, Bowels or Ovaries)

Updated on 05-09-2022

Endometriosis is a painful syndrome in which the tissue that lines the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows in other places within the abdomen, such as the ovaries, bladder, or bowels. Find out how to identify the main symptoms of endometriosis that speaks to other areas.

Blood in Urine: 5 Common Causes & What to Do

Blood in Urine: 5 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated on 04-26-2022

Blood in the urine can happen due to many illnesses, like kidney stones or a UTI. It is important to seek assessment to identify the cause of blood and start appropriate treatment. Learn more about what causes bloody urine and when to see a doctor .

Ovarian Cyst: Symptoms, Treatment & Common Doubts

Ovarian Cyst: Symptoms, Treatment & Common Doubts

Updated on 04-13-2022

An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled sac on the ovary that can cause pelvic pain, irregular periods, weight gain and infertility. Learn more about this condition, its symptoms, treatment options and common doubts, such as "Is it possible to get pregnant?".

Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Updated on 04-13-2022

Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal infection that occurs when there is an imbalance of naturally-occurring vaginal bacteria. It is associated with symptoms like foul odor, and a thick discharge. Learn more about other symptoms, what causes it and treatment options .

Cervical Mucus: During Ovulation, Stages & More

Cervical Mucus: During Ovulation, Stages & More

Updated on 04-06-2022

Cervical mucus is a liquid discharge produced by the cervix and excreted from the vagina. It is a normal, expected type of vaginal discharge that helps to keep the reproductive system healthy and lubricated. Learn about how cervical mucus can change and how to check it.

Pelvic Pain: 12 Causes & What to Do

Pelvic Pain: 12 Causes & What to Do

Updated on 04-04-2022

Pelvic pain is typically felt below the abdomen, and is usually a sign of a gynecological, urological or intestinal problem. It can also be related to pregnancy. Learn about the main causes of pelvic pain and what to do .

Period Symptoms: 12 Signs That It's Coming

Period Symptoms: 12 Signs That It's Coming

Updated on 03-31-2022

A few days prior to your period, some signs and symptoms may emerge to tell you that it will starting soon. Some symptoms include breast pain, abdominal bloating, and mood changes. Learn about how you can identify when your period is starti.

Pregnancy Discharge: Is It Something to Worry About?

Pregnancy Discharge: Is It Something to Worry About?

Updated on 03-31-2022

Having some vaginal discharge during pregnancy is completely normal, especially when the discharge is transparent or slightly white. However, vaginal discharge that is different from its norm may be a sign of a more serious problem. Learn what are the main causes and what to do.

Ectopic Pregnancy: What Is It, Symptoms & Treatment

Ectopic Pregnancy: What Is It, Symptoms & Treatment

Updated on 03-24-2022

Strong abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding are the first signs of an ectopic pregnancy. Learn more about the other symptoms associated with ectopic pregnancies and how they are treated.

Egg White Discharge: What It Means & What to Do

Egg White Discharge: What It Means & What to Do

Updated on 03-16-2022

Clear discharge that resembles egg whites usually happens after ovulation and is a sign that you are in your fertile window. It is a normal finding in women who menstruate. Learn more about what it means when it occurs with blood or during .