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Self Breast Exams

qwcdirect — Thu, 06 May 2010 09:52:49 +0000

Women, as a lot go through their bodies it can be hard for any man to understand them. The breasts for instance are very sensitive and important at the same time. Diseases like cancer have however found a favorite dwelling place in the human breast and with this have come increased cases of breast cancer, world wide.

To avoid being caught unawares, self breast examinations are recommended. This test should be done at least 4 times in year. When conducting a self breast examination, it is necessary to note changes with your eyes first before you go feeling anything. Therefore, with your hands on your head, stand before the mirror and be on the look out for things like discolorations on the breasts, difference in breast size, one may probably be larger than the other or the nipples may appear inverted. Pressing the nipples between the fingers can also be of help. If there is some bloody discharge then a person may have a reason to be alarmed. Lastly, in circular motion, feel your breasts for any lumps that may be present.

Mesotherapy vs. Cellulite

qwcdirect — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 07:56:59 +0000

Mesotherapy is one of the most effective cellulite treatments, which originated in France in 1952 and as gain popularity around the world as an alternative to liposuction. Cellulites are the dimpled, fatty deposits that are normally found in the buttocks and thighs of women and they occur even if you exercise for hours and follow a strict dieting.

This is a frustrating condition especially for women who have worked hard to lose pounds but cannot shed those saddlebags. Mesotherapy is believed to be the only effective method of getting rid of cellulite. This treatment option involves injecting a combination of drugs which include natural extracts and vitamins into the mesoderm which is the center of the skin which will directly affect the fat pockets.

This type of cellulite treatment reduces fat deposits in the cellulite, breaks down connective tissues and improves circulation. The fat is dissolved and then ejected out of the body. This treatment option can also be used to treat backache, headache and several other medical conditions.

Women’s Heart Attach Symptoms

Health xpert — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:26:16 +0000

Women heart attack symptoms are different from those of men. In most cases heart attack starts slowly by slowly with a mild pain or discomfort in the chest. The following are the symptoms for heart attack in women

• There is the shortness of breath which may occur whether there is chest discomfort or not.

• Nausea and the patient feel a headache very lightly

• Symptoms like that of flu infection which include chill or cold sweat

• Heart palpitation, the heart beat seems like it is faster

• Chest discomfort (agina), there is pain in the chest that last considerably for a long time or that comes or goes away after sometime. The centre of the chest feels some kind of tightness or pressure and last for some few minutes.

• Experiencing discomfort in some other areas of the body like the pain or discomfort in one or both arms.