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7 signs and symptoms not to ignore
Do your symptoms merit medical attention? From weight loss to flashes of light, know when to seek care.
Vaccines for adults: Which do you need?
Vaccines offer protection from infectious diseases. Find out how to stay on top of the vaccines recommended for adults.
Hot flashes
Hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopause. Learn about strategies for relief of hot flashes, including hormone therapy and natural remedies.
Lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS)
If a breast biopsy reveals you have LCIS, your risk of breast cancer is increased. Learn how you can reduce your risk through medications and other strategies.
Menstrual cramps
Menstrual cramps — pain in the lower abdomen just before or during menstrual periods — can range from mild to severe. Learn about treatment options.
Female orgasm: No climax with vaginal penetration?
Not all women have orgasms with vaginal penetration during sex. Most women need stimulation of the clitoris to climax.
Overdue pregnancy: What to do when baby's overdue
Past your due date? Understand why a pregnancy might be overdue and what's next.
Video: HSG test for female infertility
Video animation shows the HSG test — an X-ray study to identify causes of female infertility.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Triple X syndrome
Females with this genetic disorder have three X chromosomes instead of two. Symptoms can be mild or include developmental delays and learning disabilities.
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