Simply put, a stye may be understood as a pimple or boil on the eyelid. It’s a fairly common occurrence and chances are we’ve all come across one if we haven’t had one. Our eyelids have lots of tiny oil glands, especially around the eyelashes and the buildup of dead skin, dirt or oil can…
DetailsBeyond the drugs and other natural remedies women use to ease symptoms of the menstrual period, there are some lifestyle alterations in terms of diet that may prove to be useful in the same regard. Basically, research is ongoing but we know that some dietary changes may help reduce period symptoms. It all lies in…
DetailsDuring perimenopause, the hormones that are responsible for fertility and pregnancy, including estrogen, decrease. This causes changes in the blood vessels and tissues of the vagina and vulva. The vulva and vaginal tissues lose elasticity and moisture, and they become thinner, become drier, and lose their folds. Thinner tissues are more easily broken, bruised, and…
DetailsIt’s only normal that the same rules for safe vaginal sex does not exactly apply simultaneously to oral and anal sex. It’s important that one has a good grasp of safety in these aspects especially if it is being actively practiced. Let’s start from the top and then slide all the way down. Oral sex…
DetailsChances are you’ve had one before. If you have, they’re not so easy to forget hence a little more explanation will give you a full picture in no time. Canker sores usually develop in the mouth. They may develop as small shallow lesions at the base of your gum or on the mucous membrane lining…
DetailsIt’s a sad reality that many still have to face today despite the apparent rise in awareness of female rights worldwide. While it is still with us, it’s important that victims of sexual harassment process their feelings about their experience. Sexual harassment can be traumatic and may give rise to long term adverse psychological effects.…
DetailsThe coronavirus pandemic has affected many activities. People don’t want to visit hospitals to see their doctors anymore because of the fear of catching the virus hence we’re tasked with being our own health surveyors ― at least more vigilantly than we already are on a normal basis. This article will teach you how to…
DetailsIf you’ve ever had a moderate case of eye itching, you definitely have an idea of how distressing it could be. The itching sensation elicits some kind of pleasure that compels you to keep rubbing your eyes vigorously yet you you’re scared of damaging the vital organ which the eye is. It should delight you…
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