Bowel involvement is a severe manifestation of deep endometriosis that affects approximately 8-12% of women with endometriosis. Bowel endometriosis is most commonly localised in the rectosigmoid colon and frequently coexists …
Endometriosis is a common chronic disease in women of reproductive age, and long-term postoperative medical management is a key strategy for preventing recurrence. Currently used clinical medications include dienogest (DNG), …
Non-hormonal intrauterine devices (IUDs) create an inflammatory uterine environment while oral contraceptives (OC) suppress ovulation and have different associations with ovarian cancer risk. We have evaluated the associations of these …
Could contraceptives be fuelling binge eating? Scientists investigate hormonal link The Eastleigh Voice
Endometriosis, particularly ovarian endometrioma, is associated with a 2-fold increased risk of ovarian cancer (OC), especially the clear cell and endometrioid subtypes. However, the absolute lifetime risk of OC in …
Millions of women rely on contraceptives, but a new study shows they may do more than just prevent pregnancy MSN
Women are less likely to have a stroke compared with men, but certain sex-specific risk factors can increase their risk for ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke later in life. The 2024 …
Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes significant physical and psychological distress. This study aimed to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy and safety of a combined oral contraceptive containing estetrol …
Endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis, and dysmenorrhea are major illnesses. Hormonal as well as non-hormonal treatments were evaluated for COCs, progestins, GnRH analogues, LNG-IUS, relugolix, and adjunctive therapies. These treatments resulted in …
The perception that hormonal contraception causes weight gain is a general belief that frequently hinders the initiation and continuation of effective family planning. This narrative review analyses data from Cochrane …