Prevention is better than cure

Last Updated on Friday, 2 April 2010 11:53 Written by Natural Health Team Friday, 2 April 2010 11:53

Would you believe if I said that condoms are used for some secondary purposes also, other than for the known use of contraception during intercourse? It is true though. One use is closely related to sex, to collect semen for infertility treatments. But the other is almost unbelievable — to prevent water clogging in rifles. However different the uses may seem, it is clear that the function is to prevent leakage.

Prevention is better than cure may sound like a cliché but in the case of pregnancy, you would never want to be sorry. It would be better to take some precaution than go for a more emotionally-wrenching process. There are many methods of contraception but there is nothing as widely used and understood as the condom.

The protection aid also helps in insulating you against sexually-transmitted diseases such as syphilis and also, the more deadly AIDS. While these may sound like a secondary function, it is important to realize that the use of these safety aids even if not to prevent pregnancy may be wise. It is interesting to note that in history, it is mentioned that the earliest condom, then just a covering for the penis, was used to prevent syphilis more than to prevent pregnancy.

While using a condom might give you some assurance that a pregnancy is unlikely, don’t be overtly sure. It is evidenced that users of male condoms see a 2 per cent pregnancy per year. However, it is something which cannot be helped.

Think of the kind of protection you use. Are the ones you use safe condoms? Does that mean there are unsafe condoms? Generally, condoms are differentiated by the material used. They are usually made of latex, polyurethane and lambskin.  Those made of latex are easily available, less expensive, are biodegradable if not mixed in water and have a elastic capacity of 800% before breakage. Polyurethane is a kind of plastic and in view of a better environment, would be best kept away.  Lambskin condoms prevent pregnancy but not STDs due to its larger pores. Latex condoms emerge the winner if you consider the safest and easily available options.

However, be careful to check the packets for the expiry date. If used after this, the latex may have degraded and it may tear leading to leakage. Storing in a cool and dry place is also important to keep the condoms safe. Exposure to oils or other such substances increases the chances of wear and tear.

There are many misconceptions about condoms and their uses in society. It is important to read the instructions and clarifications on the pamphlet present in the packet. It enlightens you not just about the way to use the protection but also, how to make it enjoyable. There are so many types of them available in the market — flavored, scented and textured. While there is some pleasure and difference associated with every type, it would be prudent to be inquisitive rather than shy to decide which ones you want to use.

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Warning Signs for Premature Labor-pregnancy

Last Updated on Thursday, 1 April 2010 11:53 Written by Natural Health Team Thursday, 1 April 2010 11:53

When to Call Your Physician or Midwife

Painful menstrual-like cramps.

Dull ache in the lower back(If you have had a dull backache throughout the pregnancy, then this symptom is only a danger sign if it is different from the backache you’ve had before.)

Pain or pressure above the pubic bone(in the area of the pubic hair.)

Sensation of pressure or heaviness in the pelvic region.

Increase in vaginal secretions, including loss of the mucous plug.

Change in the type of vaginal secretion(for example, from thick to thin or watery.)

Bloody discharge from the vagina.

Diarrhea.

Uterine contractions occurring 10 minutes apart or more frequently for more than 1 hour; even if they are not painful(a contraction is palpated when the top of your uterus-the fundus-gets hard, softens, and hardens again). If these disappear when you lie down, they are probably not labor:

Symptoms of urinary tract infection-pain or burning on urination, especially at the end of urination; urgency-an unusually strong feel of the need to urinate, especially if you actually urinate very small amounts; frequency-needing to urinate very often(although this may be difficult for pregnant women to differentiate from the usual increased frequency of late pregnancy).

Any leakage of fluid from the vagina.This can be a big gush or a continuous dripping of watery fluid. This may indicate rupture of the membranes.

If your work involves heavy physical labor, rotating or night shifts, long periods of standing, or makes you excessively tired, consider changing or reducing your workload. Unfortunately, women in the United States are not uniformly guaranteed paid maternity leave.

As sexually transmitted infections may be implicated in premature rupture of the membranes and preterm labor, you should use a condom if you are at risk for such an infection. Being at risk means that either you or your partner has more than one sexual partner. If you have any doubt about whether this is the case for your partner, or you have had a pre term birth, you should use condoms. In fact, because semen contains prostaglandins-body chemicals that cause uterine contractions-use of a condom from midpregnancy to 37 weeks gestation is a good idea for any woman who has had a previous preterm birth. The condoms provide a barrier between your body and your partner’s semen.

If you have a history of pre term labor or signs of preterm labor, avoid nipple or breast stimulation in the third trimester, before 37 weeks gestation, as this initiates uterine contractions. Abstain from orgasm if there is any question of threatened preterm labor, as it can lead to contractions.

There is some evidence, although not conclusive, that calcium supplementation may help prevent preterm labor. Routine calcium supplementation is not currently advised in pregnancy, but you should certainly maintain an adequate dietary intake of calcium sources. Except for sometimes causing constipation, a calcium supplement is not dangerous in pregnancy. If you have had a preterm birth, discuss with your physician or midwife whether or not they advise calcium supplementation as a possible preventive measure. In the 1980s, some promising studies showed that preterm birth might be prevented with frequent prenatal visits and vaginal examinations for women at risk for preterm labor. A number of “Prevention of Preterm” birth programs were funded by various governmental and private agencies. Unfortunately, these did not demonstrate that such measures were uniformly valuable in preventing preterm birth. Whether or not to do weekly or biweekly vaginal examinations or ultrasounds to check the cervix in the third trimester for women with a previous preterm birth remains controversial.

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Can You Trust Condoms?

Last Updated on Wednesday, 31 March 2010 11:53 Written by Natural Health Team Wednesday, 31 March 2010 11:53

Condoms come in a variety of styles and colors. Some have a reservoir tip to catch semen while others – the so-called “ticklers” – have rubber projections which supposedly increase vaginal stimulation.

There are colorless, transpa­rent and brightly colored condoms. But all of them are used the same way. Before intercourse, the condom is rolled onto the erect penis to prevent sperm from entering the vagina.

How effective are condoms in preventing pregnancy? This thin rubber sheath is about 70 to 90 percent effective, depending on how it is used and the kind of condom you have. But accidents do happen. That’s because the condom may either break or slip off. As the editors of Consumer Guide’s “Family Health & Medical Guide” pointed out:

“Several problems may occur with the use of the condom. For example, tiny holes or tears may develop in the sheath, causing leakage of sperm. Also, when the penis is withdrawn from the vagina as intercourse is completed, the condom sometimes breaks or practically unrolls inside the vagina, releasing its contents.”

“How often do condoms tear or slip off during inter­course? Surprisingly, no one is sure. About 12 percent of condoms made in the United States and 21 percent of those made abroad fail the (Food and Drug Administration’s) periodic spot checks for defects. And in the very few studies of actual use, the condom either slipped or broke from four to 15 out of a hundred times during vaginal intercourse,” added Deborah Franklin in Health magazine.

Things were much worse in the past. In the 1930’s, prior to rigid standards set by the FDA, as many as three-fourths of all condoms in the market were found to be defective. When the FDA stepped into the picture by examining all kinds of condoms – both local and imported – these defects were minimized and manufacturers themselves started improving their stocks.

One test used by the FDA to check the condom’s quality and strength is the standard water test. In this test, a condom is filled with water and is examined for leaks or bulges which indicate thin spots that could break later.

“Since April 1987, (FDA) inspectors have shown up unannounced at condom factories to review records and sample condoms at random, checking for cracks, mold, dry or sticky rubber, and the like. Chiefly, however, the agents run a standard water test – filling condoms with about 10 ounces of water – to spot pinholes. If they find leaks in the equivalent of more than four per 1,000 condoms in a production run, that entire lot must be destroyed – often tens of thousands of condoms or more. Imports are inspect­ed, too, at their port of entry,” according to the editors of Consumer Reports.

“The standard test involves the introduction of 300 milliliters (ml) of fluid, suspending the condom for one to three minutes, and testing for leaks. The average ejaculate (semen) is only 3 ml so 300 ml goes a long way in assuring that the condoms are strong enough,” added Dr. Michael Lim Tan, executive director of the Health Action Information Network, in Health Alert. (Next: How to use a condom.)

To enjoy sex in your later years, keep fit, eat right and love life. That simple advice can go a long way in preserving your sex life. For extra help, take Fematril, a safe and natural female sexual enhancer that can stimulate your mind and body. For details, go to http://www.fematril.com/.

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TURP Surgery In India At Affordable Cost- TURP Surgery

Last Updated on Monday, 29 March 2010 11:53 Written by Natural Health Team Monday, 29 March 2010 11:53

  TURP Surgery In India

TURP for Treatment of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia

About TURP

TURP is the most common operation for an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH). BPH, sometimes known as benign prostatic hypertrophy, benign prostatic obstruction, is an overgrowth of cells of the prostate that blocks the flow of urine, making it difficult to pass urine…..

Benign Prostate Hyperplasia

Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is one of the most common urological conditions among elderly male, with 60% incidence for those above 60 years old. It is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that may restrict the flow of urine from the bladder…..

Symptoms of BPH include : -

Difficulty in starting urination (hesitancy) A weak urinary stream Interruption of the stream (‘stopping’ and ‘starting’ effect) Sensation of incomplete bladder emptying…..

Preparing for your operation

Your surgeon will explain how to prepare for your operation. For example, if you smoke you will be asked to stop, as smoking increases your risk of getting a wound infection and slows your recovery…..

About the operation

The operation itself takes up to an hour and a half. A TURP is usually performed under a general anaesthetic so that the man is asleep and feels no pain throughout the procedure. Typically, no food and drink is allowed for about six hours before a general anaesthetic. However, some anaesthetists allow a few sips of water until two hours beforehand. A TURP usually involves a hospital stay of around four days. The operation itself takes about an hour…..

Recovering from TURP

If you need pain relief, you can take over-the-counter painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen. Always read the patient information that comes with your medicine and if you have any questions, ask your pharmacist for advice. General anaesthesia can temporarily affect your coordination and reasoning skills, so you shouldn’t drink alcohol, operate machinery or sign legal documents for 48 hours afterwards…..

What are the risks ?

TURP is commonly performed and generally safe. However, in order to make an informed decision and give your consent to the procedure, you need to be aware of the possible side-effects and the risk of complications…..

Side-effects of TURP

Blood in the urine or semen : - this will clear up after about two weeks. An urgent need to pass urine. You may also feel a burning sensation when you do pass urine – this will clear up after a few weeks.

Incontinence (urine leakage) : - talk to your doctor if this happens, but it nearly always clears up.

Impotence : - this isn’t usually a problem and some men find their erections improve.

Retrograde ejaculation : - where semen passes into your bladder during orgasm instead of out of the penis. Retrograde ejaculation isn’t usually a problem, but it may reduce fertility…..

Complications of TURP

Infection : - You will be given antibiotics before the operation if you’re at high risk.

TURP syndrome : - This is where the fluid used to flush your bladder during the operation is absorbed into your body. This can cause low blood pressure (hypotension) and you may feel sick or vomit.

Repeating the operation : - This may be required if your prostate grows back, or if too little was removed during the first operation…..

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Easy to Follow Instructions for Condom Use

Last Updated on Sunday, 28 March 2010 11:53 Written by Natural Health Team Sunday, 28 March 2010 11:53

If you are looking for a simple guide about how to put on a condom then follow the 15 simple steps below:

1.Erection

It seems like an obvious thing but you need to have an erect penis before you attempt to put on the condom. Roll the condom down the erect penis before any anal, oral or vaginal contact is made.

2.Damage

Before you put the condom onto the penis ensure that the foil wrapping which contains the condom is not ripped nor has signs of any wear and tear. For example, if the foil feels slippery this is an indication that a (lubricated) condom has lost some of its lubrication due to damaged packaging. Do not use a damaged condom as the likelihood is that it won’t be effective.

3.Expiry date

All condoms have an expiry date. Make sure you check the date before using a condom. For your own safety do not use a condom that has passed its expiry date.

4.Tear open

When opening the condom foil use your hands to tear open the airtight packaging in the middle or at the notch. Be careful not to rip the condom with nails or any sharp objects. Do not use your teeth to open the packaging with – this is just asking for trouble.

5.Right way up

Ensure that the part of the condom that unravels is on the outside before placing onto the penis to make sure that you have it on the correct way round.

6.Be gentle

Softly draw back the foreskin of the erect penis.

7.Squeeze

In order to clear space for the semen after ejaculation squeeze the tip of the condom between the thumb and the forefinger to expel any air from this area.

8.Unrolling

Hold the tip of the condom between your thumb and forefinger and use the other hand to roll the condom down the shaft of the penis. If you accidently put the condom on the wrong way round and it won’t unroll you will need to throw the condom away as the clear pre-ejaculation fluid on the end of the penis contains sperm that can carry sexually transmitted infections. Once a condom has touched the penis it cannot safely be turned over and used the correct way round.

9.Lubricant (if needed)

If you require some extra lubrication make sure that it is water based if your condom is made of latex. Oil based lubricants damage latex condoms.

10.Intercourse

During intercourse it is advisable to always change a condom if you are moving from anal to any other form of intercourse.

11.Ejaculation

After ejaculation has taken place hold the rim of the condom to the base of the penis and withdraw. The semen should remain inside the condom.

12.Shrinkage

Make sure that you withdraw the penis from the condom whilst still erect as if it allowed to return to a flaccid state the seal of the condom to the penis will fail.

13.Remember to tie a knot

As soon as the penis is withdrawn from the condom tie a knot in the end to prevent leakage. Remember a condom should only be used once.

14.Disposal

Once you have finished with the condom, dispose of it in a rubbish bin. Do not place down the toilet as it will pollute the system.

15.Wash your hands

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