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Women's Health Definition
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What is women's health?
Women and men have many of the same health issues, but some of these conditions may affect women differently. Women's health can be broken down into the primary health conditions that women face in different age groups, such as those faced by women under 40, or those faced by women over 40.

What are the symptoms of women's health?
Symptoms of women's health depends on the underlying illness. Common symptoms unique to women include vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, breast lumps, and hot flashes.

How does the doctor treat women's health?
Treatment for women's health depends on the underlying illness. Some illnesses require a brief course of therapy, while long-standing illnesses require a lifetime of regular treatment.

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Last Updated: Aug 11, 2009
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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