PMS is the abbreviation for PreMenstrual Syndrome which includes combination of symptoms occurring after ovulation (in premenstrual period) and ending with the start of menstrual period. In ancient Greek medical books (Hippocrates, Greek philosopher, around 450 B.C.)...
Adenomyosis is a very specific rare health condition which results from the lining cells of the uterus growing directly into the muscle wall of the uterus (into myometrium) – actually the endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus from inside, start growing...
Menorrhagia is the medical term for intensive menstrual bleeding – when bleeding is abnormally heavy or prolonged. During normal (healthy) 3-7 days menstruation usually women loose an average 2-4 tablespoons (35-45 ml) of blood. During menorrhagia women lose about 5-6...
Oligomenorrhea is medical terminology for late irregular menstrual periods – when menstruation occurring at greater than 35 day cycles (once every 35 days or longer). In most cases oligomenorrhea caused by anovulation triggered by hormonal dysfunctions such as...
Impending menstruation is a specific health condition which many women feel during the period before expected next menstrual period. The terminology “impending” means something will happen soon (in close future). The medical terminology...
Menstrual cycle is the most important part of women reproduction system. Menstrual cycle is determined genetically and hormonally – it can vary from woman to woman. Some women could have short menstrual cycle (21-25 days), some women could have long cycle (32-35 days)...
In XX century scientists observed very specific phenomenon wherein the menstrual cycles of females (girls and/or women) living together or living in close quarters were synchronized – actually women will have menstrual bleeding almost at the same time and menstrual...
Ovulation and fertilization are the most important components of women fertility. If healthy woman during monthly menstrual cycle produces normal mature egg, she becomes a best candidate for fertilization and pregnancy. But ovulation is only one component – there are...
