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Pelvic or lower abdomen pain can be related to reproductive system, digestive system or urinary system. The article Pelvic Pain: Some Possible Culprits lists down 8 possible causes. This article elaborates on another 9 more potential causes of pelvic pain. 1. Endometriosis Endometriosis is when endometrial cells grow outside the uterus and form growths on the ovaries, bowel, rectum, bladder and lining of the pelvic area. The symptoms are: pain in the lower abdomen or lower back, before, during or after menstruation cramps and pain during or after sexual intercourse pain with bowel movements In severe cases, surgery is carried out to remove all endometrial implants and scar tissue, or more drastically, to remove your uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. 2. Vulvar Pain Vulvodynia is chronic pain around the opening of the vagina. There is no known cause. The pain could be a burning, stinging or throbbing sensation. It may be there constantly or come and go. Certain activities like sexual...

Dear friends - all of us know some people who are suffering from cancer or have succumbed to this frightening disease. They may be our close family members, friends or even well-known corporate captains and famous celebrities. So, please take some time to read this article, and share with people you care.. -------------------------------------- Annual checkups and tests such as colonoscopies and PSA tests are important, but it's not a good idea to rely on tests alone to protect you from cancer. It's just as important to listen to your body and notice anything that's different, odd or unexplainable. You should also listen to those close to you, such as your wife, children or partner, because others sometimes notice things we're unaware of - or don't want to admit. You don't want to join the list of cancer patients who realize too late that symptoms they'd noticed for a long time could have sounded the alarm earlier, when cancer was easier to cure. 1. Upset st...

Are you a coffee lover? Can your "engine" only crank up when the rich aroma of a freshly brewed cuppa tickles your nose? If you're drinking coffee every day, don't you agree it's very important to choose coffee that's healthy for you? I highly recommend CEO Cafe coffee, for the special creamer used and the 2 big benefits of caffeine. About Coconut Oil Instead of the usual dairy creamer, CEO Cafe uses a natural, low-fat creamer derived from coconut oil. Some people are immediately wary at the mention of "coconut oil", as they think it contains cholesterol and may lead to cardiovascular diseases. But this is a Myth. In actual fact, coconut oil is plant-based , has low-calorie and is cholesterol-free - making it one of the best choices of food-grade saturated lipids. The main component of coconut oil is made up of 65% plant-base saturated medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), rather than the usual plant-base saturated long-chain fatty acids. As a cooking...

Have you ever experienced a sudden uncomfortable tingling sensation in your teeth when you're drinking ice-cold water or eating something sour? Ooouucchh.. What happened? Our teeth are divided into the crown (the part we can see in our mouth) and the root  (buried inside our gums). There are 3 segments: (a) Enamel . It's the outer hard layer and doesn't have nerves. It cannot repair or heal itself. (b) Dentine . It is covered by the enamel on the crown, and protected by the cementum in the root. It can register pain and can repair itself. (c) Pulp . It contains the nerves and blood vessels. If in any way it is exposed to decay or injury, it will die and cause severe pain. Our teeth can become sensitive in the dentine and pulp area. It is triggered by heat, cold, sweetness or sourness. It may be from food, drinks or even breathing in cold air. The pain can be sharp or a dull ache, it can be sudden or come on gradually. It can last for a little while or a long time. Sensitiv...

The prostate gland is a walnut-sized gland that is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum, and surrounded by the urethra (urinary passage). The prostate gland produces fluid which forms part of the semen that carries the sperm on ejaculation. The gland starts to increase in size from puberty onwards, and there is a greater rate of increase from 40 years of age onwards. Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate Gland The reason for the enlargement of the prostate gland (benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)) is not very clear. Symptoms of enlarged prostate glands (generally classified as lower urinary tract symptoms), include: slowing down of the urinary stream straining to pass urine delayed start of the urinary stream dribbling at the end of micturition feeling of incomplete emptying of bladder inability to pass urine (urinary retention) incontinence of urine passing urine more frequently waking up at night to pass urine, usually more than twice a night strong and sudden urges to pas...

Do you prefer coffee or tea? For me, I always go for tea as it's easier and lighter on my palate, without leaving the strong lingering taste that coffee gives after swallowing. Recently, I learnt something worrying about tea leaves. I was told that many unscrupulous tea plantation owners maximise their profits by making sure every leaf is used. How do they ensure that? By spraying a lot of pesticides on their plants so that none of the leaves are "lost" to the insects and pests. Regular consumption of such tea will definitely cause harm to our body and our liver. You will be glad to know there is a tea formulation which is safe from such "crime". What is this tea? It's called  Lu Chun Lingzhi Tea . The base of this beverage is Oolong Tea , also called Camellia Sinensis . It gives off an aromatic scent and has a non-bitter taste with a golden tinge. Some benefits include: Increases mental alertness. Sharpens thinking ability. Manages obesity as it has the abi...

What are sinuses? They are hollow spaces in the skull located behind the nasal cavities and eyes. Under normal circumstances, mucous is able to drain out of these sinuses and air is able to circulate. When the sinus cavities around our nose is inflamed and swollen, this will interfere with the drainage, causing mucous build-up. This is called sinusitis. Sinusitis is a common problem worldwide, and affects about 12.8% Malaysians. Common Sinus Conditions Acute sinusitis - sinus infection that lasts between 7 and 10 days. Most often caused by the common cold. Chronic sinusitis - long term sinus inflammation lasting more than 12 weeks. Keeps recurring despite treatment. Causes of Sinusitis viral, bacterial or fungal infection allergies eg. hay fever, food allergies, pollutants nasal polyps or tumours deviated nasal septum enlarged or infected adenoids in children tooth infection immune system disorders Symptoms of Sinusitis If a common cold worsens after 5 to 7 days, one may suffer from ...