Some health issues are more common in women than men. Some of these diseases are autoimmune and cannot be prevented, and others might be protected against. Women should be aware of these common diseases to stay healthy. Let’s get on with the list below.
Gynaecological Health
Discharge and bleeding are normal things of the menstrual cycle. Added signs during menstruation might show health problems, and unusual signs such as frequent urination and bleeding between menstruations might mimic other health problems.
Vaginal problems might also show some serious issues such as reproductive tract cancer or STDs. While healthcare providers may treat mild infections quickly, if left unchecked, they might lead to conditions such as kidney failure or infertility.
Alzheimer’s
Women develop more risk of Alzheimer’s than men. Also, as per 2019 data from the Alzheimer’s Association, of Americans, nearly two-thirds are female. The reason is a mystery, and a possible explanation was explored recently by scientists at Stanford University when they studied a gene called Apo-E that increases the Alzheimer’s risk. In their study, they found that women had the gene that has twice the possibility of developing the disease compared to others. The gene present in men hardly had any relation to their likelihood of developing the disease.
Heart Disease
Heart disease in the United States leads to one in every four deaths in women. Although heart disease is also seen in men, it is more common in women. Only 56 percent of women understand that heart disease is the top health problem threatening them. Forty-nine percent of the United States women suffer from high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and stroke that leads to heart disease.
Ovarian and Cervical Cancer
Cervical and Ovarian cancer is another common health concern among women. Many are not aware of the differences between cervical and ovarian cancer. While ovarian cancer begins in the fallopian tubes and cervical cancer originates in the lower uterus. Both are conditions that lead to the same pain. Cervical cancer also leads to pain and discharge during intercourse. Pap smears detect cervical cancers, but ovarian don’t. To complicate things, ovarian cancer shows vague signs, and the condition is serious.
Depression and Anxiety
Natural hormonal fluctuations might lead to anxiety or depression. PMS or premenstrual syndrome takes place among women, while PMDD or premenstrual dysmorphic disorder presents similar but intensified signs. After birth, mothers suffer from baby blue, a type of depression. Perinatal depression might be the same but with sadness, emotional shifts, tiredness, and concerns. Pre menopause is the shift into menopause that might lead to depression. No matter how intense the signs, care providers might give relief with treatments or prescriptions.
Pregnancy Problems
Pre-existing conditions might worsen during pregnancy that threatens the health of the child and mother. Diabetes, depression, and asthma might harm the child and mother during pregnancy if not properly managed. Pregnancy might lead to a healthy mother’s RBC drop, induce depression or lead to anaemia. Another issue when reproductive cell implants outside the uterus lead to unfeasible gestation. Obstetricians might treat and manage this common problem that arises during pregnancy in women.
