4 Diseases Doctors Get Wrong

		Monday, November 23, 2009
	In This Issue:   • When Illness Strikes, Who's the Stronger Spouse?   • The Health Benefits of a Sincere Apology   • Belly Fat Is Worse for Your Heart 4 Diseases Doctors Get Wrong Sometimes even the best doctors miss the mark. Red flags to watch for if you're doubting your diagnosis. Also See:   • Teary Eyed? See Why We Cry   • Drug May Boost Women's Libido   • Whittle Your Middle After Menopause Health News & Features When Illness Strikes, Who's the Stronger Spouse? When faced with the serious illness of a spouse, men are far more likely to walk away than women. Also See:   • Prescription Medications We Borrow Most   • Dark Chocolate Takes Bite Out of Stress The Health Benefits of a Sincere Apology Saying you're sorry can be a huge stress reliever. See just how liberating an apology can be. Also See:   • Simple Health Steps for Women in Their 40s and 50s   • Why Women Have a Greater Osteoporosis Risk Than Men More From WebMD:   • Foods That Boost Mood and Fight Holiday Weight Gain   • The Best Cities for Asthma Patients   • Your Child's Changes: What to Expect   • Are You Damaging Your Skin? Get Your Personal Report   • Fears and Facts About Antidepressants From The WebMD Network   • The Most Common STDs in Women and How to Treat Them   • Slideshow: Disease Prevention in Women Members Are Talking Belly Fat Is Worse for Your Heart If you carry your weight around your middle, pay attention! Belly fat is the worst kind of fat for heart health. Read more on the Healthy Recipe Doctor blog. From Our Sponsors Fewer Interruptions: Managing Your Bladder Control Problems Are bladder control issues getting in the way of your daily activities? Take a quiz to see if overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms could be the problem, learn how to talk to your doctor about this common concern, and explore an effective treatment option. Do Menopause Symptoms Have You Hot Under the Collar? Menopause is a natural part of every woman's life, but the journey is unique for each. The hot flash is the most common symptom associated with menopause-and if you've had one, you know it all too well. Red, flushed face. Sweating. The HEAT. Menopause also can cause other symptoms such as vaginal dryness and atrophy. Your healthcare professional may suggest estrogen therapy (ET) to address these moderate to severe symptoms associated with menopause and help to protect your bones from postmenopausal osteoporosis. Learn more about menopause and your ET options. Has Your Doctor Recommended a Hysterectomy? If your doctor has recommended a hysterectomy, it's likely that you have a lot of questions. This can be a very emotional time for a woman. Make sure you're getting all the support you need. And if you're considering estrogen therapy to manage your symptoms, learn more about your options. Newsletter Management Don't miss an issue of this newsletter. Add WebMD to your email's safe sender list -- get instructions here. You are subscribed as vikiana4.medicallhotline@blogger.com. View and manage your WebMD newsletter preferences. Subscribe to more newsletters. Change/update your email address. To unsubscribe from this Women's Health newsletter, send a blank email to women_unsub@health.webmd.com. To unsubscribe from ALL WebMD newsletters, send a blank email to unsub@health.webmd.com. WebMD Privacy Policy WebMD Office of Privacy 1175 Peachtree Street, Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30361 © 2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.	advertisement advertisement WebMD Shortcuts Women's Health Center Women's Support Groups News Center Boards & Blogs Home Page