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Woman’s Health and Neurobiology

Fatigue and Menstrual Cycle

Tiredness during the weeks leading up to (PMS) and during your period may be caused by an underlying health issue.Many women suffer from menorrhagia, which

Woman’s Health and Neurobiology

Impact of PMS on sleep

Pre-menstrual syndrome, can have symptoms that affect sleep negatively. PMS occurs between seven and 14 days before periods begin, and for people who experience it,

Woman’s Health and Neurobiology

Impact of stress on the menstrual cycle

Stress activates a hormonal pathway in the body called the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis (10). Activation of the HPA axis is associated with increased levels of

Woman’s Health and Neurobiology

How to manage PMS

Exercising and eating right can control the bloating, depression, irritability and mood changes associated with PMS   Exercise. Physical activity can lift moods and improve depression.

Woman’s Health and Neurobiology

PMS and PMDD

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition that affects a woman’s emotions, physical health, and behavior during certain days of the menstrual cycle, generally just before her

Microbiology of the Vagina

Lactobacilli importance in sexual health

Lactobacilli are strongly associated with reduced risks of infections by reproductive tract pathogens, including HIV-1 , HSV-2  Trichomonas vaginalis , Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis

Microbiology of the Vagina

The vaginal microbiome and why it matters

The vaginal microbiota has great significance in maintaining vaginal health and protecting the host from disease. Vaginal lactobacilli produce lactic acid, that provide protection against

Intimate Health Matters

Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis (BV), is the most frequent vaginal disturbance in reproductive age women. It is characterised by a large decrease in lactobacilli  bacteria in the

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