- female
- 40 Years
- 16/09/2022
What is the reason that uterine fibroids cause leg pain?
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Fibroids cause nerve compression and cause leg pain
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Consult a Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
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View allI'm a 26-year-old woman with a 10-month-old daughter, and I've noticed something that's been bothering me. About a year and a half ago, my sexual desire started to gradually fade, and now it feels like it has completely disappeared. My husband and I can go months without being intimate, and honestly, it doesnt really bother me. When we do have intimate moments, its more out of obligation because I feel guilty about making him wait so long. I'm worried about why this is happening and wondering if there's something I should be doing to bring back my desire. Could there be an underlying issue I need to address?
You're experiencing hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), characterized by persistent low libido. Common causes include: Physical Factors 1. Hormonal imbalances (estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone) 2. Sleep disturbances 3. Stress and anxiety 4. Postpartum changes 5. Medications (antidepressants, birth control) Emotional and Psychological Factors 1. Relationship issues (communication, intimacy, or trust) 2. Depression or anxiety 3. Low self-esteem 4. Trauma or past experiences 5. Life transitions (marriage, parenthood) Next Steps 1. Consult a healthcare provider or therapist to rule out underlying medical conditions. 2. Explore couples therapy to address relationship dynamics. 3. Consider sex therapy to address intimacy and desire. 4. Discuss hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or other treatment options with your healthcare provider.
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Can STDs be cured?
Bacterial STDs can be cured with antibiotics if treatment begins early enough. Viral STDs cannot be cured, but you can manage symptoms with medications. There is a vaccine against hepatitis B, but it will not help if you already have the disease.
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I'm a bit concerned about the looseness I've noticed in the skin of my labia majora, and it's got me wondering about natural ways to tighten it without surgery, especially since I'm only 24. Do you have any insights on why this might be happening at my age and any natural solutions I could try?
Low Vitamin D3 levels can be concerning. _Natural ways to increase Vitamin D3:_ 1. _Sunlight exposure_: Spend 10-15 minutes in sunlight, especially during peak hours (10am-4pm), to boost Vitamin D3 production. 2. _Fatty fish_: Consume fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, which are rich in Vitamin D3. 3. _Fortified foods_: Eat Vitamin D3-fortified foods like milk, cereals, and orange juice. 4. _Mushrooms_: Certain mushrooms, like shiitake and portobello, are natural sources of Vitamin D3. 5. _Egg yolks_: Egg yolks are a good source of Vitamin D3. _Supplements:_ If you're unable to get enough Vitamin D3 through natural sources, consider consulting with your doctor about taking supplements. _Target levels:_ Aim to increase your Vitamin D3 levels to 30-50 ngmL. _Monitor progress:_ Regularly check your Vitamin D3 levels to ensure you're reaching the target range.
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