February 22, 2008 - Lawsuit Filed Against Ortho Evra Maker
WASHINGTON -- Another lawsuit has been filed against the maker of the birth control patch Ortho Evra. The lawsuit claims 43 women developed blood clots and other health problems since taking the prescription contraceptive. The suit also claims a Maryland woman died from blood clots after wearing the patch. According to lawyers, Ortho-McNeil Pharmaceutical Co. should pay
substantial financial damages to their clients for the health problems suffered. Similar lawsuits have been filed on behalf of 400 women nationwide. The company is not commenting.
http://www.webnichemarketers.com/ortho/?AFID=13375&SID=pms90yfOrtho10G2LLN20080401
"Dr" Mom
While you may experience the misery of hot flashes and mood swings as you enter menopause, one thing you can't blame on the "change" is memory loss. In the latest study that exonerates menopause as a cause of impairing the ability to recall, Taiwanese researchers compared the memory of hundreds of women before they had any menopausal symptoms to their memory as they entered menopause. They found the women who were going through the menopausal process scored as well or nearly as well on five different cognitive function tests. Results of the study are to be presented Oct. 4 at the American Neurological Association annual meeting in Toronto. "When women go into perimenopause, they don't need to worry about cognitive decline," said Dr. Jong-Ling Fuh, an attending physician at Taipei Veterans General Hospital and an associate professor of Yang-Ming University School of Medicine. The researchers said the myth of memory loss during menopause is a perception some women have because as they went through menopause, they felt their memory wasn't as sharp as it had been before. Studies suggesting that hormone replacement therapy might protect against dementia strengthened that belief. However, a large study later found that in older women, hormone replacement therapy not only didn't help protect women from dementia, but could actually increase the risk.
MOST RECENT UPDATE ON CYST: 1/28/08
I am virtually pain-free 94% of the time because an occasional flare-up is common while I still ovulate rather regualrly. I am only 41 and still perfectly young and healthy ! Wild Yam (Dioscorrhea root) is continued six days after a cycle starts to about the 17th or 19th day into it, then stop. Continue if period does not show within a eleven day window for me (some will be different so keep a schedule). The Milk Thistle is only taken once a month and I drink the tea all day long. I aviod too much Vitamin B6 and B12 UNLESS a sufficient amount of Magnesium & Potassium are ingested so the leg cramps don't get too intense. The products I take (and endorse along with other services & products for Complete Wellness) are only a small offering from what I want to do for all the women suffering with this and other equally debilitating endocrinological, metabolic, emotional, and reproductive dysfunctions.
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Previous Info gathered from different websites mystory is placed at:
What Causes It? DYSMENORRHEA-- *cysts are noted here
http://www.livingnaturally.com/common/adam/DisplayMonograph.asp?name=ConsConditions_Dysmenorrheacc&storeID=15F522D98A3A417FBE8D6702F135785A
Primary dysmenorrhea is caused by the following.
Strong uterine contractions stimulated by increased production of the hormone prostaglandin by the lining of the uterus (endometrium)
Anxiety and stress
Blood and tissue being discharged through a narrow cervix
Displaced uterus
Lack of exercise
Secondary dysmenorrhea can be caused by the following.
Endometriosis (inflammation of the lining of the uterus)
Blood and tissue being discharged through a narrow cervix
*Uterine fibroid or ovarian cyst
Infections of the uterus
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Intrauterine device (IUD)
Dysmenorrhea may be effectively treated with nutritional support and mind-body techniques such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, and exercise. Nutrition--before, during and after cycle states to increase intake of essential fatty acids, which are found in cold-water fish, nuts, and seeds. Reduce intake of saturated fats (meat and dairy products). Eliminate refined foods, sugar, dairy products, and methylxanthines (coffee and chocolate). Increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables, proteins, and whole grains. Magnesium (400 mg per day) with B6 (100 mg per day) throughout cycle to promote hormone production and induce relaxation. Can be used at higher doses during your period (magnesium up to 600 mg per day, and B6 up to 300 mg per day) for pain relief. Vitamin E (400 to 800 IU per day) to improve blood supply to muscles B-complex (50 to 100 mg per day) to reduce the effects of stress by ingesting Essential fatty acids (Omega-3 and Omega 6 oils such as flaxseed, evening primrose, or borage oil) to reduce inflammation and/or support hormone production Niacinamide (50 mg twice a day) to reduce pain. Begin seven days before your period until the end of flow. Add rutin (60 mg per day) and vitamin C (300 mg per day) to increase effects.
*Tea of chamomile (Matricaria recutita) and ginger root (Zingiber officinale) can help reduce ovarian cyst pain.
Red raspberry (Rubus idaeus) tea strengthens uterine tissue.
Special Considerations --Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and sugar prior to onset of your period.
If your PROGESTERONE levels are too low a natural source of this needed hormone is in Research indicates that this is a powerful alternative medicine containing many steroidal saponins, mainly Dioscin which is widely used to manufacture progesterone and other steroid drugs used as contraceptives and in the treatment of various disorders of the genitary organs as well as in other diseases such as asthma and arthritis. Other constituents Phytosterols (beta-sitosterol), alkaloids and Tannins make this plant useful as an antiinflammatory, antispasmodic, cholagogue, diaphoretic and vasodilator. A decoction of the root is used to alleviate many of the symptoms of menopause and PMS such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and vaginal dryness. It is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome, gastritis, gall bladder complaints, spasmodic cramps, painful menstruation, and in small doses is especially helpful in treating the nausea of pregnant women.
taken from http://www.cyst101.com/
Natural progesterone is NOT the same estrogen and progestin in prescription birth control pills. Natural progesterone is NOT the same as Provera or Megestrol. These prescription hormones are chemically modified from the natural hormones to be different in order to be patented, have a monopoly, and then can be sold at a large profit. Since these prescription chemically modified hormones are not naturally found in nature or in the body, they have many potentially dangerous side effects. In contrast, natural progesterone is bioidentical to the hormone in your body, and is compatible with the human body with a minimal amount of side effects.
In 1988 I was first diagnosed with creating 'horrible cramps', imagining them in my mind, and there was little indication that something was wrong in my system. In early 1990, married and awaiting conception possibilities, my gynecologist informed me my last pelvic showed some scar tissue from endometrium that had not properly dissolved; in fact the thickening, my doctor informed me (because I had a history of this in my family)would be better should I conceive, the embryo would not risk malnutrition or low blood supply. I felt like I was getting the run around but not right when it was happening and treatment was given, the realizations came clearer as time wore on. I really suggest you ask your healthcare provider/gyn as many questions as you possibly can. Read and learn as much as you can about this condition and if something comes to mind that might not be related at all could be and it is always good to share new stuff about what us women can do should the same happen to us.
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