WOMEN'S HEALTH ISSUES

Women's Health Issues take on new meaning once a woman becomes aware that her health issues are different from the rest of the population.

Women are designed differently than children and men (and dogs and cats and butterflies, etc. ... ... ) and as such, have different health needs and requirements. Because of this difference, many times women's health problems are misdiagnosed or dismissed all together. We have in our power the ability to become PRO-ACTIVE in our own health care. We have unlimited resources online to help us to become active participants in establishing how our symptoms are treated.

Don't just take your medical practitioner's word as the end of discussion --- do your own research and learn all you can before you permit anyone to treat your symptoms. It's YOUR body .... empower yourself by learning more about it :)

Here are some handy links to discover more information about Women's Health Issues. As most of these links are off site, please use your 'back' button to return here.

Breast Cancer - Your Natural Alternatives Breast Cancer information page.

Mastitis - Excellent source for information concerning benign breast disorders, symptoms and how to tell the difference between benign and malignant disorders.

Ovarian Cancer/Primary Peritoneal Cancer - Case study of 89 year old female who refused chemotherapy after abdominal surgery. She was diagnosed with Stage IIIA, Grade 3 papillary serous carcinoma. Alternative therapy was sought and successfully utilized. Please note the change in the CA-125 Marker count pre-surgery and post-alternative treatment.

Cystic Ovaries/Fibroid Tumors - Excellent description of fibroid tumors and treatment therapies.

Fibrocystic Breast Disease - Dr. John Lee discusses a cure for fibrocystic breast disease by use of Progesterone without Estrogen.

Endometriosis - The Center For Endometriosis explains the disease, how it can best be treated and reassures those who suffer from it that they are indeed not "whiners." Endometriosis is painful, causes infertility and can be treated.

Fibromyalgia - Excellent up-to-the-minute source of information on Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Osteoporosis - Interesting site with a highly informative section on Osteoporosis, its treatments and prevention.

Pre-Menstrual Tension - Excellent site all around! Dr. Andrew Saul is one of The Vitamin Lady's favorite natural practitioners, and his PMS info page is outstanding!

Menopause - The mature women's guide to comfortable living!

Unassisted Childbirth - Absolutely INCREDIBLE site devoted to natural, unassisted childbirth. Whether this type of birth is right for you or not .. this site is clearly the most informative natural birthing site on the net. Beautiful photos, essays and descriptive experiences from women who have 'been there - done that' and will do it again. Kudos!

Irritable Bowel Syndrome - What you need to know about IBS, its symptoms and its treatments.

Acid Reflux Disease - Learn more about GERD (Acid Reflux Disease), and heartburn from this highly informative site.

Diverticular Disease - Learn more about Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis - two painful and disturbing intestinal disorders. Find out how you can ease symptoms and what you can do to prevent further inflammation.

This page is not intended to discredit medical science and/or promote alternative treatments. This page, is, however, intended to empower Women in making their own choices, their own decisions on matters that affect their bodies. Knowledge is Life!

Disclaimer: The information presented is for information purposes only. It is based on scientific studies or traditional usage. Consult a health care professional before using supplements or making any changes in prescription medications. The information and statements contained herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any dis-ease.