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How to prevent pregnancy

1: ABSTINENCE:  A very powerful alternative to sex is  abstinence  from sex!It works  It is 100% safe! Preventing pregnancy and infections. Lack of sex does not kill, neither does it have any adverse effect on health, either of the mind or the body! Don’t I just love abstinence! #2: SAFE PERIOD:  Calendar Method (or calculation of  safe period ) is a very good place to start, especially for ladies with regular menstrual cycle (that is, you see your period about the same time monthly, with only few days plus or minus). Simply put, if we call the day you started menstruating “day 1” and 8 days after you started menstruating as “day 8”, then avoid sex from “day 8” through “day 19”. Every other day is safe, including days you menstruate! That is “day 1” to “day 7” is safe; and also, “day 20” after commencement of menses to the next menses! Generally avoid days around “day 14”. Take time to study this method and your cycle. It is not just cheap; it is free, and quite effective. #3:
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CAUSES OF FATIGUE

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Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder where sufferers briefly stop breathing for short periods during sleep. Most people are not aware this is happening, but it can cause loud snoring, and daytime fatigueBeing overweight,  smoking , and drinking  alcohol can all worsen the symptoms of sleep apnea. Lose weight if you are overweight, quit smoking, and avoid alcohol. Your doctor may also prescribe a CPAP device, which helps keep your airways open while sleeping. Lack of sleep causes fatigue, and can have a negative impact on your overall health and well-being.Aim for seven to eight hours of sleep every night. Go to bed at the same time every night, and wake up at the same time each morning to keep yourself on schedule. Make sure your mattress is comfortable, the room is sufficiently dark and cool, and your cell phone and television is off. If you are still unable to sleep after making changes to your sleep environment, consult a doctor to rule out a  sleep disorder . What you eat
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Urinary Tract Infection

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URINARY TRACT INFECTION What Is a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)? A urinary tract infection (UTI) occurs when one or more parts of the urinary system (kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra) become infected with a pathogen (most frequently, bacteria). UTIs most commonly occur in females; about 50% of all females get a UTI during their lifetime. Many UTIs are not serious but if infection reaches the kidneys, serious illness, and even death, can occur. What Causes Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)? The vast majority of UTIs start when pathogens (usually bacteria like E. coli ) reach the urethra and then travel up (retrograde) the urethra to the bladder. Urine is usually sterile until it reaches the distal urethra. Women have short urethras compared to men and most clinicians think the shorter urethra is the major reason women have more UTIs than men. What Are UTI Symptoms? Bladder Infection Bladder infections are the most common type of UTI. Some individuals may have few or no symptoms; howeve
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Keratosis Pilaris

Keratosis Pilaris Have you ever noticed a patch of itchy red bumps on your skin and not known what it was? You know… those ones that look like permanent goosebumps. This type of rash looks like dozens of tiny red bumps are grouped together and sometimes it’s referred to as ‘chicken skin’. If you’ve noticed this problem before and not been sure what it is or what to do, worry not! It’s actually a pretty common condition and the official name for it is keratosis pilaris. Keep on reading if you’ve experienced this and would like to know how to reverse and prevent this patchy rash that sometimes shows up on your thighs or arms. Keratosis Pilaris is a condition that mainly affects the upper arms on the back and it can also show up on the backs of your thighs. There are more rare forms of keratosis that can affect the eyebrows, face, and sometimes even the scalp. In extremely rare cases, the rash can cover your entire body. It’s a genetic skin disorder, so if this happens to you, you can t
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Know your blood group and transfusion reaction.

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STRESS AND WOMEN

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What is stress? A stress is anything that poses a challenge or a threat to our well-being. It is also a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. Why are  women are susceptible to stress? Women are socialized to be the caretakers of others. More women than men have both a career outside the home and continue to try to juggle traditional responsibilities after hours. Over 70% of married women with children under the age of 18 are employed outside the home. Sociologists describe women as struggling to achieve the "male standard" at work, while trying to maintain the perfect wife and mother standards at home. Women are also less likely to be in as powerful positions as men to change their environment. Women find it harder to say no to others' requests and often feel guilty if they can't please everyone. They often spend less time nurturing their own emotional and physical needs, as that might be perceived as se
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LOVE SYNDROME

        LOVE SYNDROME  The cause of this syndrome is still unknown. Age of Onset : Teenage. Recent studies have shown that it may affect people upto 25 years of age. Risk Factors : The age itself is the major risk factor. Others include (a) Co-education (b) Cell Phones (c) Movies (d) Internet Of these the part played by the cell phones is note worthy. Pathology Multi Organ System Failure Clinical Features 1. A) The most common presenting feature is throbbing pain in the heart often described by the patient as sweet pain. 2. B) Loss of appetite. 3. C) Sleeplessness. 4. D) Day dreaming 5. E) Disinterest in any type of work. There is a danger of patient being transformed into a poet. Signs 1. A) Very much dilated pupil (In search of his sweet heart). 2. B) Blushing of cheeks (mainly seen in girls). 3. C) On Auscultation: The First Heart Sound is heard as LOVE instead of LUB. 4. D) Smiling to self. The Disease is Gradual in onset. The patient presents with vague sympto
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