In this article we will discuss about the syndromes involving hormonal abnormalities in humans. True hermaphrodites are individuals who have both ovarian and testicular tissue. This occurs extremely rarely. Conditions involving hormonal abnormalities that result in ambiguities of the genitalia are more common, although their precise frequency is unknown. A generous estimate in North America and Europe would probably be [...]
The contraceptive methods may be broadly grouped into two classes - the spacing or temporary methods and the terminal or permanent methods. Contraceptive methods are preventive methods to help women avoid unwanted pregnancies. The term contraception and fertility control are not synonymous. Fertility control includes fertility inhibition or contraception and fertility stimulation. Contraception includes temporary and permanent measures to prevent [...]
In this article we will discuss about the symptoms and the need for early diagnosis of a few common sexually transmitted diseases. The sexually transmitted diseases are a group of communicable diseases that are transmitted predominantly by sexual contact. They are caused by a wide variety of pathogens and include bacteria, viruses, protozoal and fungal agents and ectoparasites. Adolescents and [...]