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Do you know what these little rings are?Finally got my hands on a sample to show my patients (and believe me, it’s not the easiest picture to paint someone without a prop 😂)They’re called “Ohnuts”. And they’re a fab little invention (as well as fun to fidget with when I’m working, now they’re sat on my desk 🤔😁)Lots of people experience penetrative sex as painful, for lots of different reasons: post surgery, post menopause, post cancer, endometriosis, hypertonic pelvic floor muscles, inflammatory bowel conditions…. It’s a long (and not exhaustive) list. Knowing that you may hurt a partner if you get too “in the moment” means that it can be very difficult to relax and enjoy being on either end of penetration.I think these little things are absolutely genius. They are made of soft material that compresses with pressure and allows you to pick the depth of penetration without fear of causing (or being in) pain. You can stack up as many as you need and they’re equally good for penises, fingers or toys. When we are distracted or worried, our arousal suffers. Its wonderful to have options that increase confidence and allow safe return to intimacy when things have become more challenging. Yet - I find very few of the patients I mention them to have ever heard of them.So there you go: I give you the Ohnut. As you were 😁www.pelvicrelief.co.uk#endometriosis #cancer #gynaecancer #cervicalcancer #endometrialcancer #bowelcancer #breastcancer #vaginismus #vulvodynia #ibd #ibs #ovariancancer

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Have you ever seen a placenta up close?Honestly, they're the coolest thing.Bigger than you'd think and sturdier. Grown by the embryo.Absolutely fascinating. I'm gutted I didn't do anything exciting with both of mine. I don't think I even took a picture!Despite their brilliance, placentas are the least studied organ in medical literature.Finally, however, they're getting some interest. Researchers at the University of Bristol are conducting a 'world-first' study exploring placenta disorders and heart disease.Keen to read more about how placenta research could shape our future health? I cover this study in my latest newsletter.Also in there this week:- Why menopause can be your second spring- A survey from Plexāā about Bloom43, its medical device for breast cancer surgery preparation via Gaele Lalahy- A bonus on self-knowledge from The School of LifeGive it a read in the comments below 👇

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At Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals suffering from lymphedema.This condition, characterized by edema swelling, often manifests as swelling in the legs and feet, and can significantly impact quality of life. Understanding lymphedema and its treatment options is crucial for managing this chronic condition effectively.What is Lymphedema?Lymphedema is a condition resulting from the accumulation of lymphatic fluid in the tissues, leading to swelling. This occurs when the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune function and fluid balance, is damaged or obstructed. The most common areas affected are the legs and feet, although it can also occur in other parts of the body.Causes of LymphedemaLymphedema can be classified into two types: primary and secondary. Primary lymphedema is a rare, inherited condition that affects the development of the lymphatic system. Secondary lymphedema, more common, can result from various factors, including:Surgery: Removal or damage to lymph nodes during cancer surgery.Radiation Therapy: Used in cancer treatment, which can damage lymph nodes and vessels.Infection: Severe infections can cause lymphatic system damage.Trauma: Injury to the lymphatic system can lead to lymphedema.Chronic Venous Insufficiency: Poor vein function leading to fluid buildup and lymphatic system overload.Symptoms of LymphedemaThe primary symptom of lymphedema is edema swelling, which can cause discomfort and mobility issues. Specific symptoms include:Swelling in the Legs and Feet: Noticeable swelling that may worsen over time.Heaviness and Tightness: A sensation of heaviness or tightness in the affected limbs.Pain or Discomfort: Persistent pain or discomfort in the swollen area.Recurring Infections: Frequent infections in the affected limb due to impaired immune function.Thickened Skin: Over time, the skin in the affected area may become thickened or hardened.Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eWfK6hAu#Lymphedema #EdemaSwelling #EdemaInLegs #SwollenLegsAndFeet #LymphedemaTreatment #LymphedemaPump #VeinSpeci

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Recovery can suck, plain and simple. ⁣⁣We often talk about positive outcomes and infection-free results, but rarely do we hear about the real inside of recovery.⁣⁣After my breast cancer diagnosis, quick surgical decisions(double mastectomy & DIEP flap reconstruction) turned my life upside down, affecting everything from parenting to business to marriage. ⁣⁣My surgeon has given me at least three more weeks of “don’t do shit,” so I’m using this time to share my journey in a new series called ⚡️𝗝𝗼𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗱.⁣⁣Join me as I dive into topics like mental health, the influence of pain, the ugly side of recovery, losing and redefining your identity, and much more! ⁣🎬Stay tuned—Jolted is coming your way soon!It will be real and raw and I’ll most definitely be dropping an F bomb 💣 or three! #surgery #recovery #unraveled #personaldevelopment #reallife

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#Cancer that originates in one area of the body, such as an organ, gland, or tissue, and then spreads to the bone is called #MetastaticBoneDisease (#MBD). Approximately 50 percent of cancers that start in an organ can spread (metastasize) to the skeleton. Metastatic Bone Disease (also called #BoneMetastasis) can occur in any bone but more commonly occurs in the spine, pelvis, and thigh. Bone metastasis may be the first sign that you have cancer, or bone metastasis may occur years after #CancerTreatment. The most common cancers that spread to bone include: #BreastCancer #LungCancer #ThyroidCancer #KidneyCancer #ProstateCancer ~ What are the symptoms of Metastatic Bone Disease?The most common symptom is #BonePain, which can feel like a dull ache that gets worse at night or a sudden sharp pain. Bone metastasis can cause complications with specific symptoms:• #BoneFractures: Bone metastasis makes your bones more fragile and likely to break even if you do not fall. The condition can affect any bone in your body but often affects your spine and ribs, pelvis, upper arm bone (humerus), upper leg bone (femur), and skull. Bone #fractures cause sharp, severe pain. If you break your leg or arm, you will not be able to move it.• #Hypercalcemia: This is high calcium levels in your blood. Hypercalcemia symptoms include confusion, #constipation, loss of appetite, #nausea and #vomiting.• #SpinalCordCompression: A metastatic #tumour pressing on your spinal cord may cause back pain, weakness, or numbness in your arms and legs, and affect your ability to control when you pee (#UrinaryIncontinence). Contact an Orthopaedic #Oncologist if you have bone metastasis symptoms that are getting worse, like pain that you cannot control with medication. For consultation with an #OrthopaedicOncologist, please call on ph 022 3547 5757 or click on the linkhttps://buff.ly/3U7tfmT

Just a gentle reminder 😉. As #cervicalscreeningawarenessweek comes to an end, I wanted to share this short and sweet reminder to book your cervical screening when invited. * If you don’t know whether or not you’re due, please contact your GP surgery who can confirm if/when you are. * Ensure that they have your up to date address so that the invitation letters are sent to the right place and you don’t miss them. * If you are trans man, registered as male in your GP surgery and have a cervix, you may not automatically receive an invitation so please contact your GP surgery to update them to ensure you are included into cervical screening pathway. * If you have had a hysterectomy (womb removal) and are unsure whether or not your cervix was also removed, please contact your doctor’s to confirm this too. Having a subtotal hysterectomy means that the cervix may have been left and you will still need to have cervical screening done. This is very important to confirm. * If you have health conditions/complications that may affect your ability to have cervical screening such as vaginismus, genitourinary syndrome of menopause, lichen sclerosis or previous trauma, please speak with your health care professionals about this beforehand so they can put things in place to help support you and make the process more comfortable and tailor to your needs. Remember you are in control ♥️. Cervical screening isn’t easy for everyone but it really is lifesaving. There is still a lot of work that needs to be done to make it more accessible and to tackle the barriers that exist. Check out these incredible supportive pages for more resources that may help. The Eve Appeal https://lnkd.in/ecyTdnwb https://lnkd.in/eXRx9HJwhttps://lnkd.in/eQrjcC3bNHS England Wellbeing of Women Eradicating cervical screening is a powerful goal that we must reach and this is only possible if we all push towards the goal together. Compassion, understanding and support goes a long way. I hope we can continue to raise awareness and encourage one another beyond #cervicalscreeningawarenessweek until cervical cancer literally becomes a disease of the past. I hope to be around to witness that day ♥️.

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𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐔𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡! 𝐋𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.🎗️📅June is dedicated to raising awareness about uterine cancer, the most common gynecological cancer in developed countries. Understanding and addressing this disease can save lives.𝟏. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲: Maintain a healthy weight and limit estrogen use.Medical Consultation: Discuss risk factors with your doctor.Treatment Options: Vary depending on the stage and type of cancer, including surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy.𝟐. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬.𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝘂𝗽𝘀: Schedule regular checkups with your gynecologist.Raise Awareness: Share this post to educate and inform your network about the importance of early detection and prevention.By taking proactive steps and spreading awareness, we can make a significant impact in the fight against uterine cancer. Let's empower ourselves and others this June and beyond.𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://shorturl.at/aKksS𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄: Kashika Gupta Kathuria#UterineCancerAwareness #CancerPrevention #EarlyDetection #HealthAwareness #WomensHealth #EmpowerWomen #Healthcare #Wellness #HealthMatters #Drkashika

What is lymphedema?.The lymphatic system helps the body to fight off infection and is comprised of lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels. .Sometimes cancer, cancer treatments or surgery can disrupt the flow of lymph fluid. .When lymph fluid flow is disrupted between the skin and muscle, a fluid build up or lymphedema occurs. .Symptoms of lymphedema may include:🔸 heaviness, fullness or tightness of an extremity🔸 swelling of extremity🔸 numbness or tingling of extremity🔸 discomfort in extremity🔸 difficulty with moving an extremity🔸 weakness in an extremity🔸 discoloration of an extremity 🔸 and more!.Lymphedema can happen in any area of the body but most frequently involves the upper extremities followed by lower extremities. .The development of lymphedema can significantly impact one’s quality of life. .A serious complication of lymphedema is cellulitis, which is an infection of the skin. .Cellulitis left untreated can cause sepsis or a life threatening bloodstream infection. .Once lymphedema occurs it becomes a chronic condition that cannot be cured but can be treated and improved. .Attorneys: do you have a case where a lymphedema played a role in your client’s case? .Healthcare professionals: Have you seen lymphedema in your patients? .(📸: National Cancer Institute). .#lymphedema #cancer #surgery #fluid #legalnurse #legalnurseconsultant #medicalmalpractice #personalinjury #nursesonlinkedin _________________________________Hi, I’m Lakeisha and I have over 14 years of healthcare experience. I excel at helping attorneys make sense of voluminous medical records by highlighting pertinent details in medical-related cases. .Email me and let’s chat about your needs and how I can help you with your client’s case! .📧 lakeisha@nextlevelnurseconsulting.com📞 (858) 250-0570

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Rare Disease Day serves as a reminder of the challenges people living with rare conditions face every day. This day is celebrated the last day of February every year to raise awareness and educate people on the needs of the rare disease community. For that reason, it's crucial to recognize the unique struggles experienced by individuals with a specific rare disease, Tarlov cysts, which often is misdiagnosed and overlooked but can cause severe symptoms and profoundly impact the patients’ lives. AIMIS Spine Neurosurgeon, Dr. Frank Feigenbaum, has developed and refined a surgical treatment for meningeal cysts, such as Tarlov Cysts, with proven statistical results indicating improvements on all four unique self-assessments of pain, quality of life, and functionality following surgery.Let’s celebrate this unique day by spreading the word and give hope to all those people suffering from Tarlov Cysts. Read More Here: https://lnkd.in/dC668YzG#aimishealthcaregroup #surgery #AIMISSpine #tarlovcystdisease #RareDisease #awareness