Halitosis, or bad breath, is caused by a biofilm which collects in the mouth. It is produced by a variety of different bacteria and creates a coating – white, yellow...
Gingivitis is the name given to inflammation of the gums which if left untreated can lead to periodontal disease. It is generally a chronic condition which is caused by the...
Causes of Loose Teeth, Gum Disease or Periodontal Disease: Loose teeth can be a sign of gum disease or periodontal disease. A certain amount of tooth mobility is normal as...
Prostate Problems Treatment The prostate gland is a small gland found only in men. It is located between the penis and the bladder and surrounds the urethra – the tube...
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are so-called because they are generally transmitted from one person to another during sex. Examples of common STDs are; herpes, chlamydia...
Heavy bleeding or menorrhagia can affect any woman of pre-menopausal age. It is not necessarily an indication of any serious problem, although heavy periods can happen as a result of...
Many women experience abnormal vaginal bleeding or ‘spotting’ between periods at some stage in their lives. This can be short lived or can seem to carry on endlessly, or at...
Fibroids are non-cancerous growths in the uterus, uterine fibroids. They are very common, at least 1 in 4 women developing one or more in their lifetime. They usually cause no...
Incontinence is much more common in women than in men. This embarrassing condition can have many causes, some of the most common being: Weak or damaged muscles of the bladder...
PCOS – Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome – can affect women at any age. It is the most frequently occurring endocrine problem in women of reproductive age, and one of the main...