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Women, Do Not Hide These Symptoms; They Can Prove To Be Fatal

Listed here are a few of the health issues that women hide and this might prove to be fatal at times. Read on to know more.

While taking care of their family, household and their job, women tend to ignore a few of the minor symptoms of health issues that they might be facing. But this is something that needs immediate attention and they need to discuss these health problems. If left unchecked for a long period of time, it might turn fatal as well.

So, today in this article we will be discussing a few of the symptoms women should not hide. The human body undergoes several changes at different phases of life. Likewise, women are no exception.

In fact, when a woman undergoes hormonal changes she faces innumerable health issues. They run away from discussing these health issues. But they need to talk about these health problems.

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One section of women fail to discuss these symptoms as they are too busy with their daily chores, family and work. While there are other sections of women, specifically in certain parts of India who still regard this as a taboo subject and cannot talk about such women issues in public. These aspects hinder women from revealing the major symptoms of health issues at times.

A few of the health problems women run away from discussing are listed here. Take a look.

1. Hair Around The Nipples:

1. Hair Around The Nipples:

Developing hair around the nipples could be a sign of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or an ovarian cyst. Also, a few women develop it due to hormonal changes during puberty, menopause or during their pregnancy. Hence, this symptom should not be hidden. Discussing it with close family members and checking it with a doctor is important.

2. Urinary Incontinence:

2. Urinary Incontinence:

When one loses control over the bladder one tends to develop urinary incontinence. Also coughing and sneezing at times can cause bladder incontinence. If these symptoms get cured on its own, then it is fine. But if the problem persists for long, then it could be due to kidney failure. Hence, one needs to get it checked.

3. Facial Hair:

3. Facial Hair:

Women tend to develop facial hair due to hormonal fluctuations. Slight hair on the upper lip might be normal but when there is excessive development of facial hair, one needs to take it up seriously.

4. Change In Vagina:

4. Change In Vagina:

Dryness in the vaginal region and loosening of the vagina can occur when you are into a physical relation for more than two years. There can also be pain during intercourse. But if the same symptoms occur for a prolonged period of time, then you need to get it checked.

5. Excess Discharge From Vagina:

5. Excess Discharge From Vagina:

Slight discharge from the vagina during the reproductive age of women could be normal, but when the discharge becomes excessive, it might be a sign of urinary tract infection (UTI) or even a sign of other serious health issues. Hence, women need to talk about this with their family and consult a doctor if required.

6. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding:

6. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding:

Heavy menstrual bleeding could be due to the development of fibroids, endometriosis or certain blood disorders. If left unchecked, it can lead to serious health issues too.

7. Post-partum Depression:

7. Post-partum Depression:

After delivering a baby, women undergo a lot of physical and psychological changes. Anxiety, sadness and sleeplessness are just a few among them. Majority of women run away from talking about these issues which if left untreated can turn fatal.

Story first published: Tuesday, March 7, 2017, 12:45 [IST]
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