Uterine (uterus) cancer - Overview - introduction
Information on Cancer of the uterus from NHS Choices including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks and treatment and with links to other useful resources Cancers of the uterus (womb) usually begin in the cells that make up the lining of the uterus ... [... more]
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Uterine prolapse
A combination of muscles and ligaments in the pelvis called the pelvic floor support the uterus and vagina, to keep them in their correct position inside the pelvis. Giving birth as well as the normal ageing process can weaken the pelvic floor ... [... more]
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Yutopar
Ritodrine hydrochloride is a beta2 adreno-receptor stimulant which acts on beta2 receptors found in uterine muscle. It decreases uterine contractility and therefore acts as a uterine relaxant. It is used in the management of premature ... [... more]
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Childbirth
The birth starts with the onset of labour, which is usually marked by the beginning of regular uterine contractions. These are felt as tightenings either in the back or across the top of the womb. Sometimes the baby's waters break before the ... [... more]
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Bartholin's cyst - Overview - Introduction
National Health Service (NHS); Ovarian cyst;Prolapse of the uterus;Uterine cancer;Vaginal cancer;Vulval cancer The Bartholin's glands are a pair of pea-sized glands found just inside the opening of the vagina. They secrete a fluid which acts as a ... [... more]
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Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) - Overview - Introduction
National Health Service (NHS); Hormone replacement therapy;Menopause;Uterine cancer;Osteoporosis;Hysterectomy Information on Hormone replacement therapy from NHS Choices including why, when and how it should be performed and with links to other ... [... more]
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