Women's health

A typical menstrual cycle for a woman lasts 28 days. A new cycle starts with the first day of the period and menstruation usually lasts for 5-7 days. Menstrual cycles can range from 21 days to up to 35 days for some women. Even the span of periods can vary, with some having short periods of 3 days while...

Bartholin glands are present on both sides of vaginal opening, and are responsible for lubricating it. Sometimes, a Bartholin’s cyst develops in the area, which can cause pain, swelling and pus. If it is small and painless, then you can leave it alone, but if it gets infected, it becomes necessary to...

The ovaries are the female reproductive organs, and they're responsible for producing sex hormones and eggs to be fertilized. Having healthy ovaries is therefore very important to ensuring a proper menstrual cycle and healthy reproductive function. However some conditions may affect the normal size of...

We all like to occasionally wear tight jeans, a skimpy dress or a fitted skirt, but did you know that wearing very tight clothes day in day out can have adverse effects on your health and well-being? Squeezing your body into clothing that is too tight can cause joint pain, varicose veins, cellulite,...

Feeling the clitoris swelled and sore is something that happens to many women, but given to the high sensitivity and delicateness of this area, it can cause worry when it happens. Discomfort and clitoris swelling can be due to many different factors, and in this oneHOWTO article we're going to list some...

The uterus is the organ in which the gestation of new life is carried out. It is the largest area within the apparatus of the female reproductive system. It is no secret that a healthy uterus is essential, not only for a normal pregnancy but also to ensure the well-being of the female body. And an important...

Many women complain of pain in the ovaries. Some do not know at what point in the menstrual cycle they notice discomfort, while others notice a clear pattern. Ovarian pain can be mild, like a twinge, or severe, causing great discomfort. If you're wondering why your ovaries hurt, read this OneHowTo.com...

10% of women of child-bearing age suffer from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). The cause of this disease is unknown and is characterised by the presence of small cysts on the ovaries. The cysts are generally not felt, but for reasons that are unknown, lead to an imbalance of hormones within the body....