Birth control options for women

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Oral Contraception
• Implant Contraception
• Injected Contraception
• Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)...
• Spermicidal and Barrier Con...
• Natural Family Planning Met...
• Emergency Contraception
• Female Sterilization
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights First "No-Period" Birth Control Pill Approved In May 2007, the Food and Drug Administration approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progestin levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year with no inactive pill breaks. - 1 Comment

Endometriosis

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Causes
• Symptoms
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medications
• Conservative Surgery
• Hysterectomy
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Drug Approval Women with menstrual pain due to endometriosis have a new treatment option. In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, a continuous-dose oral contraceptive that completely eliminates menstrual periods. Lybrel, which contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol, is taken 365 days a year with active pills. - 0 Comments

Menopause

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Complications
• Symptoms
• Lifestyle Changes
• Medications
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Black Cohosh Doesn’t Help Hot Flashes

• The herbal remedy black cohosh is no better than placebo for treating hot flashes and night sweats, according to a 2006 study in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
• Most complementary and alternative medicines are ineffective for relieving menopausal symptoms, according to a 2006 review in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

• Short-term use of HRT remains an option for recently menopausal women who have a low risk for stroke, according to a 2007 statement from the North American Menopause Society (NAMS). However, NAMS recommends that women who are at risk for heart disease or breast cancer should consider other approaches for managing hot flashes.
• For women who want to discontinue HRT, gradually tapering off the medication or stopping it abruptly appears to make little difference in the recurrence of symptoms, suggests a 2006 study. A gradual approach may delay the reappearance of symptoms, but does not prevent them from returning.

HRT and Heart Disease: Timing Counts Women who begin HRT within 10 years of menopause have a much lower risk for heart disease and heart attack than women who start HRT later on, indicates a 2007 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association. - 0 Comments

Hormone replacement therapy

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information

Illustrations Uterus HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is medication containing one or more female hormones, commonly estrogen plus progestin (synthetic progesterone). Some women, usually those who have had their uterus removed, receive estrogen-only therapy. HRT is most often used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, sleep disorders, and decreased sexual desire. - 0 Comments

Menstrual disorders

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Menstrual Disorders
• Causes
• Risk Factors
• Complications
• Diagnosis
• Treatment
• Medications
• Surgery
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights “No-Period” Pill Approved In May 2007, the FDA approved Lybrel, the first birth control pill that completely eliminates monthly menstrual periods. Lybrel contains low doses of the estrogen estradiol and the progesterone levonorgestrol. The active pills are taken 365 days a year -- with no inactive pill breaks. - 0 Comments

Birth control and family planning

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

• Definition
• Alternative Names
• Information
• References

Illustrations The cervical cap The diaphragm Intrauterine device Side sectional view of female reproductive system The male condom Hormone-based contraceptives Tubal ligation Vaginal ring Tubal ligation - series Barrier methods of birth control - series Birth control pill - series Before and after vasectomy HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Which form of birth control you choose depends on a number of different factors, including your health, how often you have sex, and whether or not you want children. Alternative Names Contraception; Family planning and contraception Information Here are some factors to consider when selecting a birth control method:

• Effectiveness -- how well does the method prevent pregnancy? Look at the number of pregnancies in 100 women using that method over a period of one year. - 0 Comments
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Vasectomy and vasovasostomy

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

• Highlights
• Introduction
• Considerations
• Male Contraception
• Surgery
• Complications
• Unexpected Pregnancy
• Long-Term Complications
• Reversal Surgery
• Assisted Reproductive Techn...
• Resources
• References

HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights Search Continues for the "Male Pill" Research is progressing on a male contraceptive, but there have also been setbacks. The drug miglustat (Zavesca), which is used to treat a rare condition called Gaucher's disease, had shown success in animal studies but failed to work in a clinical trial, according to results published in 2007 in Human Reproduction. Researchers are now investigating an experimental drug, Adjudin (AF-2364), which disrupts sperm production. - 0 Comments