What is Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus — the endometrium — grows outside the uterus. It is often a painful disorder that most commonly involves the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and the tissue lining the pelvis. Rarely, endometrial tissue may spread beyond pelvic organs. What […]

WHAT IS MENOPAUSE? This is a natural phase of a woman’s life as she ages. It is normally described as the final menstrual period in which a woman is not able to bear children. HISTORY OF MENOPAUSE Although Aristotle referred to the age of menopause being 40 years, it was a  French physician Dr. Charles Négrier […]

Vaginal discharge is a substance composed of a mixture of liquid, cells, and bacteria to serve to protect and lubricate the vagina. It is produced constantly by the cells of the vagina and cervix and exits the body through the vaginal opening. The quality, amount, and composition of the discharge varies between individuals and may […]