News tagged with ovarian cysts


Pain, epigenetics and endometriosis: Research team wants to know how molecular tweaks affect which women hurt the most

Most of us probably know at least one woman, and maybe quite a few more, with endometriosis. Despite the disease's prevalence, there is no consensus on the cause of it, the existing treatment options leave a lot to be desired, ...

Medical research created Apr 23, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Polycystic ovary syndrome: Panel recommends changing name of common disorder in women

An independent panel convened by the National Institutes of Health has concluded that the name of a common hormone disorder in women, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), causes confusion and is a barrier to research progress ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 23, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Unexpected findings at multi-detector CT scans: Less reason to worry

A new study from Rhode Island Hospital reports that nearly seven percent of urologic multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) scans for hematuria result in incidental findings that may be clinically important for the patient. ...

Cancer created Aug 27, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Continuous oral contraceptive pills offer women earlier pain relief

(Medical Xpress) -- Taking oral contraceptives continuously, rather than as traditionally prescribed for each cycle, provides earlier relief for moderate to severe menstrual cramps -- dysmenorrhea -- according to researchers ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology created Aug 15, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0