5 common diseases in women

From a medical perspective, you need to listen to the changes in your own body, take care of yourself! Here are the signs of 5 common diseases in women.

1. Migraine

According to the World Health Organization, women are twice as likely to suffer from migraines as men. Migraines are the most common disease in women. Today, most “traditional” drugs that affect the arteries do not relieve the disease. The disease has nothing to do with hormones or stress factors, the cause may be due to the over-sensitivity of nerve fibers.

Signs of a Migraine

+The disease often appears early in women.

+Severe pain and often localized on one side of the head

+Nausea, vomiting can sometimes cause hallucinations

+Usually about 4 attacks per month, sometimes disappearing after a few years

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2. Allergy

Allergies are common in women, which sometimes causes “questions”! Sometimes you do not pay attention to the signs of the disease when it is not serious. It could be due to:

+ Gluten, barley intolerance…

+Regular exposure to chemicals such as cosmetics, detergents...

So be aware of any signs of skin or eye irritation after you apply makeup. A dry throat or watery eyes are signs to watch out for.

+ Abdominal pain and bloating after eating are warning signs of food intolerance.

+There are also cases of allergies to pollen and house dust.

3. Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome is a digestive disorder characterized by abdominal pain, diarrhea, and constipation. The cause of the disease is not fully understood, but it often occurs when there is stress or hormonal changes.

Signs of the disease:

+First onset is usually between the ages of 15-25

+Not gastritis or digestive disorders, just pain localized in the colon area and then spreading to the entire abdomen. May be accompanied by vomiting, bloating, and a burning sensation. The pain may last for several days.

4. Breast cancer

Breast cancer is one of the most common diseases in women. However, in recent years, the rate of women with lung and colorectal cancer has increased significantly, so it should not be ignored during regular health check-ups.

+What symptoms should you be concerned about? Pay attention to your breasts, feel for lumps, but don't forget another telltale sign: dimples!

+ Breast skin, even very small changes such as small stripes, changes in skin color... should not be ignored.

+If someone in the family has breast cancer, screening should be done before the age of 40 and from this age onwards, periodic breast ultrasound is required.

5. Depression

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 350 million people worldwide suffer from depression, the majority of whom are women.

This is a silent disease and appears at different stages of life. However, women often find ways to relieve their psychology and solve problems through conversations with relatives and friends and they are more open to others than men.

Common signs:

+ Often have sadness and negative thoughts

+ Sleep disorders

+ Musculoskeletal pain

+ Reduced interest and joy in life

+ Feeling depressed and sad almost all day

+ Fatigue or loss of energy

+ Reduced ability to think, lack of concentration, indecisiveness.

According to VNN