Natalia Silina's Blog — The School of Women's Health

Based on scientifically proven data, articles about women’s health from menarche to menopause, about pregnancy, childbirth, motherhood, the health of your partner and sexual education for teenagers.

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Cervical cancer – types, symptoms, prevention

One of the main cause of mortality among women aged 15-45 is cervical cancer. However, it is possible to prevent this dangerous disease.

Reproduction changes women’s bones forever

A new study by a team of anthropologists at New York University has found that reproduction permanently changes a woman's skeleton.

Perfect Contraception – a Complete Guide

Safe sex in the XXI century is no longer just about preventing unwanted pregnancy. It is about safety in the literal sense of the word – proper contraception can save your health and even life.

October 29 – World Stroke Day

Stroke is the second leading cause of death and the third cause of disability in the world. The scale of this disease can truly be called a real epidemic.

Strict parenting may cause depression

Too demanding parenting can make a child an unhappy teenager and adult – new study by Belgian researchers.

Vaginitis – Causes, Types and When to Seek help

Irritation, swelling, itching and redness in the vagina, pain during sex – almost every woman has experienced these symptoms at least once in her life. Let's talk about vaginitis.

Ectopic pregnancy – how to recognize and act

Ectopic pregnancy is an extremely perilous condition when a fertilized egg is attached outside the uterus. It is important to know the symptoms of this pathology, since without urgent medical intervention it might be lethal.

Urinary incontinence – types, causes and treatment

Female urinary incontinence is an unpleasant problem that many women face after childbirth, and even more – after the age of 30. You may not even want to tell your doctor about it, but in the new article of the Encyclopedia of the School of Women's Health I will try to convince you.

Chlamydia: causes, symptoms, treatment

A tiny but extremely dangerous bacterium, Chlamydia trachomatis is responsible for one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases.

Your menopause guide

The changes you go through after the end of the reproductive stage of life are called menopause. The main signs of this period, problems that arise in the process and options for their solution – in the new Encyclopedia's text for the School of Women's Health Dr. Silina.

What you should know about Human Papillomavirus

More than 200 strains, the most common STI in the world and possible oncological complications – all this is about the human papillomavirus.

Polyps in the uterus and cervix – what are they and how to treat them

Polyps are clusters of cells that form in different parts of our body. In this article from the School of Women's Health Encyclopedia, we will look at endometrial and cervical polyps, which are found only in the woman's body.