Women’s health is one of the most important aspects of a woman’s life. It is very important for us to take care of our body and ensure that we are healthy in order to lead a long and happy life. There are many diseases that affect women differently from men, some of them can be treated while others cannot. Here are some types of diseases that women face:
PCOS
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age. The polycystic part of the name refers to the presence of multiple small cysts on the ovaries, while ovarian refers to where they are located. PCOS causes irregular periods and infertility — in fact, it’s one of the main causes of female infertility in developed countries like America.
The cause of PCOS is still poorly understood by doctors, but research has shown that it’s caused by high levels of insulin in your body. Insulin is a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels by helping glucose (a type of sugar) get into cells so they can use it as energy.
When you have too much insulin circulating in your bloodstream because you eat too many carbohydrates (like breads and pasta), fat gets stored instead and causes weight gain around your belly area — which worsens PCOS symptoms even more!
Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis is a disease of the uterus that causes thinning and scarring of the lining of the uterus. It’s usually not associated with pain or bleeding, but it can cause other symptoms such as heavy menstrual periods, pelvic pain and painful sex.
Adenomyosis is generally caused by endometriosis (a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows outside it). However, there are other causes.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis occurs when the tissue that lines the uterus (the endometrium) spreads to other areas of the body, such as the ovaries, bowel, bladder or even brain. Endometrial cells usually grow within the uterus during a woman’s period and then are shed with her menstrual flow each month.
When these cells travel to other parts of your body — called lesions — they can grow into cysts or scar tissue. These lesions cause pain by growing onto organs and pressing on nerves, which can lead to chronic pain in different areas of your body.
The most common symptoms include:
- Painful periods
- Painful sex (dyspareunia)
- Cramps that aren’t relieved by over-the-counter medications
Fibroids
Fibroids are the most common benign tumor in women. They are growths in the uterine wall, and can occur at any time during a woman’s life. Fibroids can range from the size of a pea to that of an orange, and they may not cause health problems if they’re small. However, larger fibroids or those that grow near other organs can place pressure on nearby structures like the bladder or ureter (the tube that drains urine from your kidney to your bladder).
The exact cause of fibroids isn’t known, but some studies suggest that genetics may play a role in their development. Others show that hormones play an important role as well—fibroid growths tend to shrink after menopause and are more common among women who have never given birth (nulliparity). Some research suggests that African American women have higher rates of fibroid tumors than Caucasian women do, but it’s unclear why this is true.
Uterine Leukemia
Uterine leukemia is a rare form of cancer that affects only 1 in a million women. It is not hereditary, and it can be treated with chemotherapy. If you suspect you have this disease, you should schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. A biopsy can be used to diagnose uterine leukemia if an examination reveals abnormal cells within the uterine lining.
All women should know what these diseases are to help prevent having them.
These diseases are all related to the female reproductive system. Each of them has its own symptoms, but it is important for women to know what these diseases are and how to prevent them.
Women should go to their doctor if they experience any of the following symptoms:
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding (for example, between periods or after sex)
- Pelvic pain that worsens over time or does not go away with rest or over-the-counter pain medications
- Infertility (not being able to get pregnant)
Conclusion
We hope this article has helped you understand some of the different types of diseases that can affect women. It’s important to be aware of these conditions so that if you or someone else has them, they can be treated quickly and effectively. If any type of disease is left untreated, it could lead to serious health issues down the road like infertility or even death!