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Hyperthyroidism in Women Hyperthyroidism refers to a situation wherein the thyroid gland has an overactive tissue that results in overproduction. This overproduction leads to an excess number of circulating free thyroid hormones. Because the thyroid hormone affects nearly all body cells, the result is that vital functions of the body also overdo their regular functioning. Varicose and Spider Veins: What You Should Know About it If you think that varicose and spider veins are the least of your concerns, think again. These are problems that could become major health issues if not attended to right away. All veins are connected to the heart. It is also through this body system that oxygen is transmitted to the vital organs. What is Bulimia? Bulimia or bulimia nervosa is a type of eating disorder. It is characterized by splurge eating or binge-eating. Bulimia concerns extreme body shape and weight gains. The binge-eating act associated with the disease is usually followed by inept weight control methods. Such methods may involve the excessive use of diuretics and laxatives, vomiting, fasting, and obsessive exercising. Symptoms of Cervical Polyps A cervical polyp is a benign tumor that is found on the surface of the cervical canal. They can cause irregular menstrual bleeding, but more often they show no symptoms. The cause of this type of cancer is not fully understood by the experts. It may result from an infection or from a long term or chronic inflammation, an abnormal response to an increase in the estrogen levels, and in the congestion of blood vessels in the cervical canal. Endometrial Polyp: A Closer Look into It Endometrial polyps are also called uterine polyps. These are small growths that grow very slowly in the lining of the uterus. They have a large flat base and they are attached to the uterus through an elongated pedicle. They can be round or oval in shape and they are usually red in color. Large ones appear to be a darker shade of red. A woman can have one or many endometrial polyps, and they sometimes protrude through the vagina causing cramps and discomfort. Chlamydia and Women What Is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a form of sexually transmitted disease that is caused by bacteria. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STD) in the world wherein 2.3 million people in the United States alone are infected. The disease is also common in South America, Europe, and in Southeast Asia. Among the sexually transmittable disease, chlamydia is the most frequently occurring STD in humans.