A new study finds a quarter of people with diabetes have retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is when the blood vessels in the retina are damaged. About 9.6 million people in the U.S. have diabetic retinopathy. Diabetes is a medical condition and it impacts 37.3 million Americans, or about 1 in 10 people according to the CDC […]
Varicose veins are formed when the valves in the veins become weak or damaged, leading to the enlargement and twisting of the affected veins. The veins appear blue or dark purple, and they are most commonly found in the legs. Discomfort or pain may be experienced by some individuals with varicose veins. The development of […]
The menstrual cycle involves the shedding of the uterine lining, which occurs if a fertilized egg does not implant in the uterus. This results in bleeding, which is commonly known as a woman’s period or menstrual period. The menstrual cycle also involves the release of an egg from the ovary, which can be fertilized by […]
I’m sorry to hear that you’re concerned about uterine cancer. Uterine cancer, also known as endometrial cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the lining of the uterus. It is one of the most common types of gynecological cancers. Some common signs and symptoms of uterine cancer include: Abnormal vaginal bleeding, such as bleeding […]
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. It primarily affects women but can also occur in men, although it is much less common. Breast cancer typically starts in the milk ducts or the lobules, which are the glands that produce milk. Risk factors for breast cancer include […]
