Straight Talk About Women’s Health Problems
Here are a few embarrassing health problems that women do not like to talk about. Usually there is help if we look for it.
Most of us have trouble talking to our doctors about embarrassing health problems but sometimes there is help available.
Experiencing mild urinary incontinence: It is an embarrassing experience no doubt about it and one that we don’t like to talk about. Maybe it’s just a few drops when we sneeze or cough. Or others may feel an urgent need to go. There are good reasons for it. After childbirth or menopause there is a weakening of the pelvic floor muscles which help bladder control. Being over weight can make things worse because it puts more strain on the pelvic muscles. One way to strengthen your pelvic floor is the Kegel exercises. You do this by tensing the muscles around the vagina and anus several times, while avoiding tightening your stomach, legs or buttocks. Hold for three seconds, release, and repeat, building up to 15 repetitions three times a day. Wear a panty liner to catch any leaks. You can also wear a tampon during heavy exercise or anytime you want to be extra confident. I know it’s embarrassing but if it is a big problem, ask your doctor about medication. And surgery as a last resort.
Thinning hair: For many women thinning hair is hereditary. Rogaine has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and has helped some women. but if your hair is coming out in wads it could be a sign of a thyroid condition. It can be diagnosed by a blood test and there are treatments for it. Other causes for thinning hair are dieting, damage by dryers, dyes, and styling. Some medications can cause it, even birth control pills. Talk to your doctor he might be able to change your medications. If you have had a new baby that could be the cause and it will correct itself.
Body noise: Some women are embarrassed by those little farting noises from the vagina during sex. It is completely normal and men don’t mind it at all. It is the air being forced in and out of the vagina. Passing gas is something else particularly embarrassing to women but it is normal to pass gas. You may be more prone to it during your period. If it is especially bothersome cut out beans, cabbage, and soda.
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denus | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Good article although im not a woman.
s hayes | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
I like your style Ruby – good advise on topics which arn’t often discussed
Dee Huff | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Great informative article.
Yovita Siswati | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Very interesting and it touch a sensitive subject too. Great work.
Unofre Pili | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
I think all women will agree on this…
AC Hamilton III | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Helps a man know how to care for his woman if she won’t. Good job Ruby!
AC
Betty Carew | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Wow Ruby, you have hit on good subjects here. I am a prime canidate for some of these and my best friend would cover the rest lol, I think it’s due to our age . Great article very informative.
Christine Ramsay | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Thanks for this Ruby. Thinning hair is a problem but the cost of some of the remedies is astronomic. A good article.
Christine
clay hurtubise | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
As a pharmacist, I’ve found woman more open to me in describing their problems than men. While I’m a guy, I’ve helped many woman with the problems you mentioned, so… don’t be afraid to ask your pharmacist!
Thanks,
Clay
CutestPrincess | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
you did a great job here, ruby!
Jenny Heart | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Great much needed information. Write more!
Debra. | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Very useful tips! Thanks, Ruby!
Joni Keith | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Delicate situations handled delicately. Great job, Ruby.
CA Johnson | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Very good article, Ruby! I have a relative that is experiencing mild urinary incontinence so this will come in handy for her. Thank you for sharing it.
Shirley Shuler | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Oh Ruby, you say it so well, great article!!
nobert soloria bermosa | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
thanks for these helpful info Ruby
Melody SJAL | Feb 16, 2009 | Reply
Very informative, thanks, Ruby.
Anne Lyken Garner | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
Nice one, Ruby. I’ve cut out a lot of beans from my diet because of IBS, but I still feed them to my kids – not a good move
Daisy Peasblossom | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
Good article.
Ruby Hawk | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
Thank you all my friends. These issues are delicate but we like to have the information at hand when we need it.I appreciate everyone of you and the time you spend reading and commenting on my articles. You are the best. You all have my very best wishes for the next hot article.
Judy Sheldon | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
Beano works well at addressing the cabbage and bean problem, but good advice on the rest, Ruby. Thanks for the info.
PR Mace | Feb 17, 2009 | Reply
Another well done article, Ruby. I hate those body noises.
Mr Ghaz | Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
Excellent! well-written piece and very informatve article. Must-read. Well done and thanks for sharing
ML Sheldon | Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
This was very informative, Ruby. I’ll keep this stuff in mind. Thanks!
Juhls | Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
Nice article, Ruby! Hehe, I like your description of the last topic ; ). Very cute.