... Abstract The purpose of this chapter is to provide an account of the value granted to the oncologic medical tattoo by those women who have just finished their surgical and plastic breast reconstruction process following a mastectomy. To this end, we conducted in-depth interviews...

... by their circulating serum levels, within a narrow window, outside of which disturbances in metabolism are observed. Thus, androgen excess in women, as documented in those with polycystic ovary syndrome, can adversely affect insulin sensitivity, promoting visceral adiposity, adipose tissue dysfunction, and, ultimately...

... defining PCOS after considerable weight loss. Obesity can also develop after long-term exposure to chronic stress, which is characterized by increased activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the sympathetic system combined with higher than normal androgen production rates in women...

...) causes of hyperandrogenism in post-menopausal women are obesity, non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH), endocrinopathies, such as Cushing disease or acromegaly; ovarian hyperthecosis, drug use or abuse. Tumorous (adrenal or ovarian) causes include adrenal cortical cancers, adrenal benign...

.... Proteomics and metabolomics may provide great advantages compared with targeted approaches in the definition of key pathways of complex metabolic disorders such as PCOS. The integration of “omic” platforms to profile proteins and metabolites in body fluids, cells, or tissues of women with PCOS has opened...

..., Among Women Only ( Tra donne sole ), presenting it as a psychological “laboratory” in which the intensely private Pavese explores the rationale for suicide on the very public stage of the novel. The author argues that the writing of Tra donne sole was one of the self-willed steps that made...

...-S) [ 43 ]. The development of the term RED-S had three main purposes: (1) to draw awareness to the fact that energy restriction can have negative consequences in men in addition to women; (2) to highlight other potential negative health and performance consequences of low energy availability...

... if presumptive antibiotic treatment of pregnant women before any signs of the onset of labor would promote fetal growth and reduce the incidence of PTB or low birthweight (LBW). In a systematic literature search, we identified 14 clinical trials of sufficient quality. Eight trials concluded...

... Abstract Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the commonest endocrine condition encountered in young women and has many reproductive, metabolic and psychological features that lead to patients consulting medical practitioners and the health service. Overweight and obesity are common among many...

... form of health concern for individuals worldwide that needs to be immediately addressed. Evidence has shown higher chances of adverse pregnancy outcomes in women who are overweight/obese. Simple interventions such as diet, physical activity and strict glycemic control can reduce adiposity in young...

... Abstract Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a major harmful effect of hormone therapy (HT) among postmenopausal women. A large variety of HT can be used with significant differences in adverse effects. There is evidence that the VTE risk among HT users depends on the route of estrogen...

... Abstract Violence against women in its many forms has been recognized as a highly prevalent social and public health problem with serious consequences for the health and lives of women and their children, and also a serious violation of women’s human rights. This chapter provides a global...

... Abstract It is estimated that more than 50% of the women in Latin America and the Caribbean suffer some type of family violence, in addition to other forms of violence affecting women and children in other settings. Genderbased violence (GBV) is a phenomenon occurring in all Latin American...

... Abstract In South Asia, the rigid cultures and discriminatory attitudes towards women have led to the exploitation of women, from individual to community levels. Women and girls in this region are exposed to biased, inequitable practices and violent behaviors at all stages of life. The high...

... Abstract Data from a number of different data sources can illustrate the magnitude and nature of violence against women. Some European countries have access to nationwide register data that complement the information obtained by surveys. Danish data on intimate partner violence (IPV...

... Abstract Suicide is usually conceptualized as a men’s issue. In this chapter, we present evidence on prevalence of suicidal behaviour in women, an overview of selected theories to explain women’s suicidal behaviour, evidence on the correlation between violence and suicide, and a review...