Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder affecting females at birth. It is characterised by imbalances in reproductive hormones, leading to the development of small cysts on the ovaries. These imbalances can disrupt ovulation, resulting in irregular menstrual cycles and a range of other symptoms. This article provides …
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By Nerissa Hosein. “Living with hypothyroidism, I feel as if I am losing it.” It’s tiredness all the time, depression and weight gain. These are only some of the demons that I battle in my daily life being one of the millions of people affected by hypothyroidism. Some periods of …
Read More »Missed period: 10 common reasons other than you’re pregnant
A woman with a regular menstrual cycle who is fooling around with her male counterpart knows that a missed period could mean she is pregnant. It is advised that she waits a week after a missed period to take a pregnancy test for an accurate reading. Many times, however, the …
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