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Premature ejaculation occurs when the man reaches orgasm in the first few seconds after penetration or before penetrating, and ends up being unsatisfactory for the couple. This sexual dysfunction is more common in adolescents due to hormonal changes, which make them more excitable, but may also arise in adults, being in these cases more related to psychological factors such as stress, anxiety or fear, for example

Dysmenorrhoea is characterized by a very severe colic during menstruation, which prevents even the woman from studying and working, from 1 to 3 days, every month. It is more common in adolescence, although it can affect women over 40 or girls who have not started menstruating. Although it is very intense, and can cause disruption to a woman's life, this colic can be controlled with medicines such as anti-inflammatories, analgesics and the birth control pill

Hysterectomy is usually indicated for women with severe pelvic problems such as advanced cervical cancer, ovarian or myometrial cancer, pelvic infections, uterine fibroids, frequent bleeding, severe endometriosis, or uterine prolapse. However, hysterectomy is only performed when other clinical treatments have not been successful and consists of removal of the uterus and, depending on the severity of the disease, of the fallopian tubes and ovaries

Smelly discharge deserves attention because it can indicate the presence of infections such as bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, trichomoniasis or wounds in the cervix. The foul smell of the discharge is similar to the smell of rotten fish and usually comes accompanied by itching, burning when urinating, yellow-green color and pain during sexual intercourse, being advisable to seek a gynecologist to identify the causes and treatment of the problem

There are usually no early symptoms of cervical cancer, with most cases being identified during the pap smear or only in the later stages of cancer. Thus, in addition to knowing the symptoms of cervical cancer, the most important thing is to make frequent visits to the gynecologist to perform the pap smear and begin early treatment if indicated

There is still no cure for endometriosis, however, gynecologist-led treatment helps relieve symptoms, especially pain, excessive bleeding, and infertility. Treatment for endometriosis can be done with the use of analgesics, hormones or surgery, depending on the severity of the disease and whether the woman intends to become pregnant or not

One of the possible consequences of endometriosis, which occurs when endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, is weight gain. This can happen mainly due to 3 factors: Hormonal changes; Medication treatment; Removal of the uterus. Generally, all women with endometriosis go through one of these problems, but not all of them show an increase in weight, since the tendency to gain weight also varies according to the body of each woman

Endometriosis is a disease in which the tissue lining the inside of the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows elsewhere in the body beyond the uterus. One of the most affected sites is the gut, and in those cases the woman may have blood in the stool. This is because the endometrial tissue in the intestine makes it difficult for stool to pass, which causes irritation of the intestinal wall and bleeding

The short vagina syndrome is a congenital malformation in which the girl is born with a smaller and narrower vaginal canal than normal, which during childhood causes no discomfort but may cause pain during adolescence, especially when it begins sexual contact. The degree of this malformation can vary from one case to another and therefore there are girls who may not even have a vaginal canal, causing even more pain when menstruation arises, since the remains released by the uterus can not leave the body

Condyloma is a wart-like skin lesion that appears in the intimate region of men or women, and may develop near the penis, vagina, or anus. This type of lesion is usually associated with infection by the HPV virus, being called condyloma acuminata, but may also arise in cases of secondary syphilis, known as flat condyloma

The Mirena IUD, also known by its generic name LNG-20, is a plastic, T-shaped device that contains levonorgestrel, a hormone similar to progesterone, that helps prevent the development of the endometrium, which is the type of tissue which grows in excess in women with endometriosis. Thus, the Mirena IUD may be indicated for the treatment of endometriosis, especially to relieve symptoms such as severe cramps, bleeding and excessive tiredness

The exercises to combat urinary incontinence may be Kegel exercises or hipopressive exercises, which are a great way to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, also improving the function of the urethral sphincters. In order to control urinary incontinence only with these exercises it is necessary to make each contraction correctly, every day until the complete resolution of the problem

Deep endometriosis is a serious disease because it is the most aggressive form of the disease, in which the endometrial tissue spreads over a wide area, being thicker than normal and causing the classic symptoms of endometriosis to be exacerbated. In deep endometriosis, the growth of endometrial tissue occurs in large amounts outside the uterus, in places such as the intestines, ovaries, fallopian tubes or bladder, causing progressive pelvic pain during menstruation

Bladder endometriosis is a disease in which endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, in this specific case, in the walls of the bladder. However, unlike what happens in the uterus, when this tissue is eliminated during menstruation, the endometrium on the walls of the bladder has nowhere to go, generating symptoms such as bladder pain, burning during urination or frequent urination, especially during menstruation

Although it is possible, those who have endometriosis have more difficulty getting pregnant, especially if the ovaries and uterine tubes are compromised. However, there are several reports of women who have been able to conceive naturally even with the diagnosis of deep endometriosis. When the endometrial tissue lining the uterus internally spreads through the abdominal cavity, it can cause adhesions in various tissues and organs, compromising its functioning

The vaginal septum is a rare congenital malformation in which there is a wall of tissue that divides the vagina and uterus into two spaces. Depending on how this wall divides the woman's reproductive tract, there are two main types of vaginal septum: Transverse vaginal septum : the wall develops from one side of the vaginal canal to the other; Vaginal septum longitudinal : the wall goes from the entrance of the vagina to the uterus, dividing the vaginal canal and uterus into two parts

Menstrual bleeding is one that occurs outside of the menstrual cycle, or when there is abundant menstruation for more than 7 days. It can have several causes and is one of the most frequent complaints in gynecological offices. Excessive menstrual bleeding, scientifically called menorrhagia, can be dangerous because it causes a marked decrease in iron and anemia, reducing the amount of oxygen in the body

Treatment of menstrual bleeding can be done with medications such as oral contraceptives, IUD use, and iron and folic acid intake. However, in addition to these options, there are some simple cares with food that can help lessen discomfort and improve the woman's well-being. In the most severe cases of menorrhagia, when the woman has already lost a lot of blood, she can be admitted to a blood transfusion to receive packed red blood cells and evaluate the possibility of surgery

Endometrioma is a type of cyst in the ovary, filled with blood, which is more frequent during the fertile years before the menopause. Although it is a benign change, it can cause the appearance of some symptoms like pelvic pain and intense menstrual cramps, in addition to being able to affect the fertility of the woman

The hymen is a thin membrane that covers the entrance to the vagina and appears to protect against the frequent onset of infections in the female reproductive system. Usually, girls are born with a small hole in this membrane to allow access to the vagina, however, some can be born with the membrane completely closed, causing discomfort, especially when menstruation arises