Women's health refers to those conditions that are
unique to the female anatomy. These include issues with menstruation,
pregnancy, childbirth and conditions of the ovaries, uterus, cervix,
vagina and female genitalia.
What Are Some Common Problems Associated with Women's
Health?
Women's health issues are often caused by the
fluctuation of hormones at different stages in their lives, such as puberty,
pregnancy and menopause. Many of these problems are short lived and will
rectify once the hormones balance out. If the hormones do not balance
themselves out, further treatment may be necessary. Some other women's health
issues not related to hormones and should be treated immediately to prevent
further complications include:
Infertility
Painful or difficult menstruation
Painful sexual intercourse
Miscarriages or difficult pregnancies
Fibroids
Cancer of the cervix, uterus, ovaries or breasts.
Anemia
Hot flashes
Osteoporosis
What Are the Causes of Women's Health Issues?
Because the area covered by the term women's health is
broad and diverse, it impossible to list a single set of causes. However, there
are some things that may negatively affect all aspects of a woman's health.
These include:
Hormone imbalances
Genetics
Poor diet
Being overweight
Excessive drug and alcohol consumption
Lack of exercise
Smoking
Can Any Complications Arise if left Untreated?
The negative effects of leaving these conditions
untreated vary based on the exact condition and its causes. Some problems are
temporary and may right themselves over time, including those associated with
the onset of puberty and menopause. In general, conditions like cancer, anemia,
and fibroids only get worse as time goes on and they should be diagnosed and
treated as soon as possible.
What Medications Treat Issues Associated with Women's Health?
Medications for women's health can be broken into 2
main categories; those given to prevent health conditions and those given to
treat them.
