Causes of body odor in women and treatment
Foul body odor is an embarrassing condition that plagues some women. Although the odor tends to be harmless, it can be an indication of an underlying health condition. That's why it is important to know why the foul body odor occurs. Having this information will help you to determine whether the cause is normal or potentially harmful, as well as knowing how to eliminate it. Your body odor not only mirror the things that you put into your body, but it may also be an indication of what is happening inside your body.

Physical Activity

When you are spending time in an environment that is hot or you are performing physical activities, it is completely natural and healthy to sweat, according to the CNN Health website. When your internal body temperature rises, the apocrine glands in the groin and armpit areas are notified by your autonomic nervous system. The glands are instructed to emit a fatty sweat into the gland's tubule. Once the tubule wall begins to tighten, the sweat makes it way to your skin's surface where it is broken down by bacteria. As the bacteria are working, the decomposition often leads to foul body odor. This odor can be eliminated by showering with soap. Use a washcloth in areas where friction may be contributing to the problem. Use a deodorant soap if you sweat heavily.

Genetic conditions

Trimethylaminuria is a genetic condition that affects the body's ability to break down trimethylamine, a compound that is made by your body while digesting food, according to Genetics Home Reference. Having excess amounts of trimethylamine in your body causes your breath, urine and sweat to emit a fishy odor. Genetic testing can be performed by your physician. If you are found to have the condition, your doctor may prescribe low dose antibiotics, which help control the production of the bacteria. To lessen the effects of the condition, avoid eating foods that contain choline, such as soybeans and egg yolks.
How you can treat body odor naturally

1.      When the bacteria that grow naturally on your skin mix with sweat, the result is body odor. To smell fresh, you need to keep your skin dry and decrease bacteria on the parts of your body that trap moisture, such as the underarms.
Treatment: Shower with a body wash that includes a natural astringent, such as tea tree oil, which shrinks pores and limits your sweating rate. Follow with a powder pad down to absorb moisture; look for products made with baking soda rather than talc( which can irritate your lungs). Finish with a natural deodorant that contains potassium or ammonium alum to reduce bacteria, and essential oils made from anti-microbial herbs, such as rosemary, goldenseal or oregano, to mask odor.

2.      Foods such as broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower contain the mineral sulfur, which causes an odorous gas that percolates  through your skin. Other types of body odor are usually a sign that it’s time for a nutritional detox. Undigested food in your gastrointestinal tract can produce smelly toxins that, as they build up, begin seeping out of your pores.
Treatment: Limit the aforementioned sulfuric foods, and cut hard-to-digest gluten, dairy and red meat from your diet. Also avoid tuna, shark and swordfish, which have high levels of the toxin mercury. In addition, eat at least 25 grams of flaxseeds, chia, hempseed or whole grains each day to boost your fiber intake, and drink eight or more glasses of water to help expel toxins.

3.      If you’ve ruled out hygiene and diet as causes of your body odor, look for underlying health conditions. Yeast infections can give you a fishy scent, as can a genetic disorder called fish odor syndrome, which occurs when your body can’t properly metabolize an organic compound known as trimethylamine.
Treatment: Zap a yeast infection with 500-milligram capsules of oregano oil, taken twice daily for two weeks. If you’re diagnosed with fish odor syndrome, stay away from foods high in trimethylamine, including milk, eggs, liver and peanuts. Large doses of the B vitamin choline (above 3.5 grams a day) from diet, supplements, or a combination of both, can also make you smell fishy.

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Causes Of Painful Sexual Intercourse

Causes Of Painful Sexual Intercourse

A number of conditions may cause pain and / or discomfort during sexual intercourse. These conditions include:

Vaginal Infection

Certain vaginal infections, such as vaginal yeast infections and trichomoniasis, are often present without noticeable symptoms. However, during sexual intercourse, the rubbing motion of the penis against the vagina and genitalia sometimes causes the symptoms of these vaginal infections (stinging, burning) to intensify.

Genital herpes sores are another frequent cause of pain during sex.

Vaginal Irritation

Many products contain irritants that can cause vaginal irritation, leading to discomfort or pain during vaginal sexual intercourse. These include:

• any contraceptive foams, creams, or jellies
• allergic reactions to condoms, diaphragms, or latex gloves
• vaginal deodorant sprays
• scented tampons
• deodorant soaps
• laundry detergents (in sensitive individuals)
• excessive vaginal douching

Vaginal Dryness

This often causes pain and discomfort during sex. Normal vaginal lubrication is a gift to most women; however, the vagina may be dry at certain times, making vaginal penetration painful. Lack of vaginal lubrication can be caused by several factors including:

• Trying to achieve vaginal penetration too fast before enough stimulation has occurred to allow normal vaginal lubrication to take place.
• Feeling nervous or tense about the sexual experience; this can slow the release of vaginal lubrication.
• Using a condom without the addition of a vaginal lubricant, such as K-Y Jelly (Saliva is  acceptable for vaginal lubrication, but never use petroleum-based products(petroleum jelly), as they can deteriorate condoms and contribute to vaginal infections.)
• Hormonal imbalance during menopause, the years preceding menopause, or following childbirth.
  (Vaginal lubrication methods listed above may help; menopausal women may benefit from a prescribed estrogen cream that's used vaginally.)

Vaginal Tightness

This occasionally happens when you feel tense, or are not fully relaxed when penetration occurs. Difficulty penetrating a tight vagina can happen even when vaginal lubrication is not a problem. The first few times you engage in sexual intercourse, the vagina may be tight due to a contracted hymen, which can cause pain at the time of penetration.

Sometimes a more severe condition called vaginismus is responsible for vaginal tightness; women with vaginismus experience strong, involuntary muscle spasms of the vaginal muscles during sexual intercourse or vaginal penetration by any object, including fingers, tampons, vibrators, etc.

Pain of the Clitoris

The clitoris is the most sensitive part of the female genitalia. Gentle touching or rubbing of the clitoris is extremely pleasurable for some women, while it is unbearably painful for others. Clitoral pain may also occur due to poor hygiene; vaginal secretions may collect under the clitoral hood and may lead to pain if not properly washed away.

Pelvic Pain

Occasionally, a woman will experience pelvic pain upon deep, thrusting penetration. Many conditions may cause this pain, including:

• Tears in the ligaments that support the uterus (causes include problems during childbirth, inappropriately performed abortion, previous violent sexual intercourse or rape)
• Cervical, uterine, or tubal infections, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
• Pelvic adhesion (often the result of previous pelvic surgery or PID)
• Endometriosis
• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine fibroid tumors

Vulvodynia

This is a painful, and often hard to diagnose chronic condition that causes a burning and/or stinging sensation of the vulva and vagina.

Pain and / or discomfort are never part of normal sexual intercourse. If you experience pain during sex, don't be afraid to tell your partner who has no way of knowing that you're uncomfortable unless you talk about what you're feeling. Also make sure to see your doctor for diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause. Share Your Experience.

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TOP 10 CANCER SYMPTONS IN WOMEN

Top 10 Cancer Symptoms Women Need to Know

Cancer Symptoms in Women

Women need to be vigilant about symptoms they may be experiencing.  Many types of gynecologic cancer produce symptoms early enough for them to be successfully treated. When the symptoms are ignored, the delay in treatment can prove to be fatal. Ladies, listen to your bodies! If you are experiencing something abnormal in your body, see the doctor immediately. There might be chances that the symptoms aren't cancer related, but it's better to be safe.

1. Pelvic Pain

Pelvic pain is characterized by pain or pressure below the navel. It is persistent and isn't limited to just premenstrual syndrome. Pelvic pain is associated with endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, fallopian tube cancer and vaginal cancer.

2. Abdominal Swelling and Bloating

Abdominal swelling and bloating is one of the most common symptoms of ovarian cancer. It is also a symptom that is most ignored. The bloating may be so bad that one may not button her jeans/skirts, or even have to go up for a larger size.

3. Persistent Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain occurs in the lower back and often feels like a dull ache. Some women describe it as feeling like labor pains. Lower back pain is a symptom of ovarian cancer.

4. Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

Abnormal vaginal bleeding is the most common symptom experienced by women when they have a gynecologic cancer. Heavy periods, bleeding between periods, and bleeding during and after sex are all considered abnormal vaginal bleeding and are symptoms of gynecologic cancer. The symptom of abnormal vaginal bleeding is linked to: cervical cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer.

5. Persistent Fever

A fever that does not go away or lasts for more than 7 days on and off should be reported to your doctor. A stubborn fever is often a symptom of cancer. Keep in mind that a fever is also a symptom of many other benign conditions.

6. Persistent Stomach Upset or Bowel Changes

If you experience constipation, diarrhea, blood in the stool, gas, thinner stools, or just a general overall change in bowel habits, see your doctor. These changes are all symptoms of gynecologic cancer and colon cancer.

7. Unintentional Weight Loss

Losing weights of 10 pounds or more without trying may be a nice surprise, but it isn't quite normal. Although a woman's weight may fluctuate throughout the month, anything 10 pounds or more should be reported to your doctor, its definitely a sign of cancer.

8. Vulva or Vaginal Abnormalities

With vulva or vaginal abnormalities, you should be aware of any sores, blister, changes in skin color, and discharge. Women should exam their vulva and vagina regularly to look for these abnormalities.

9. Changes in the Breast

During the monthly breast self exam, women should look for lumps. soreness, nipple discharge, dimpling, redness, or swelling. Report any changes to your doctor as soon as possible.

10. Fatigue    

Fatigue is one of the most commonly experienced cancer symptom. It is usually more common when the cancer has advanced, but still occurs in the early stages. Any type of fatigue that prevents you from doing normal daily activities need to be evaluated by a doctor.

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