For thousands of years onions have been the main ingredients into many traditional dishes and cuisines all across the globe, and many traditional medicines have been using it as a natural remedy as well. Actually onions are being considered the best natural remedy for the treatment of severe vomiting, and they can easily boost our immune system.

The onion is a member of the allium family and it has one of the strongest antibiotic and antiseptic properties, because it contains huge amounts of Sulfur. The onion is also loaded with Quercetin – a powerful antioxidant which is very effective against free radicals, which explains why the onions are used in so many treatments against numerous health conditions and ailments.

The onions can be also used for the treatment of many respiratory conditions, and they are one of the strongest expectorants. Due to their powerful antioxidant properties, flavonoid and sulfur compounds, the onion can be used for treating arthritis, diabetes, high cholesterol levels, and heart diseases.

The Native Americans have been using the onions mostly for colds and flu. Also the World Health Organization confirmed the onion’s ability to relieve from respiratory infections.

Onion’s uses for many Health Issues and Ailments:

Vomiting – Take two onions, one yellow and one white and grate them. Then squeeze out their juice and try using a cheesecloth to make the process easier. Then make some peppermint tea. Next consume 2 teaspoons of the onion juice and wait for about 5 minutes, then consume 2 teaspoons of the peppermint tea and wait for another 5 minutes. Repeat this process until the symptoms are gone, the vomiting should go right away and nausea will disappear in about 15 minutes.

Cough – Take a big white onion and slice it in two equal halves, get some brown sugar and cover both of the halves in it. Let them infuse each other for 1 hour and then you can consume the remedy 2 times on daily basis to relieve from the cough.

Colic – For colic babies we have one of the most famous recipes, the Cherokee Indian recipe. First get a yellow onion, dice it and boil it and let the mixture cool down. Then You can strain the mixture and feed the baby a single teaspoon every hour, until you notice that the symptoms are completely gone.

Ear pain or infection – Get an onion and chop it in very small cubes, use a thin sock to put the onion inside and tie it. Then put the sock directly on the painful ear and put on a hat so that the sock may stay in place, when the pain disappears you can take off the hat and the sock off your ear.

Breakup Chest Congestion – Crush some onions and mix them together with some coconut oil, you will get a paste like mixture. Then use that paste to rub your chest, then cover your chest with a towel and try putting on a t-shirt.

Fever – Cut a medium sized onion in two equal halves, get some coconut oil and rub it on your feet on the bottom. Use the onion by placing it on your foot arch, and use a cling wrap to make sure the onion doesn’t move. Then put on a sock, that way you will also relieve from toxins in your body and relieve from the illness of course.

Purify the air – You can use the onions to cleanse your air in your house from viruses and bacteria, in each corner around your house put some onion slices.

Cuts – Since the skin of the onion has a transparent film with some pretty interesting antiseptic properties, you can use it to stop bleeding from a cut.

There are some other practical uses of the onions such as these below:

For example you can prevent some iron from rusting by rubbing some onion on to it. Or you can rub some onion juice on your scalp, which will prevent it from damaging and will stimulate hair growth as well. Boil some onions and use the juice in a spray bottle, to spray on your plants, this will protect them from bugs.

Since you’ve learned these things about the onions, give these simple tricks a try and let us know what you thins. Share this article if you find it interesting and helpful!

Source: theorganicwellness.com

The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ at the base of your throat the releases the hormones that control the way your body uses energy. It is part of the endocrine system and regulates many of your body’s vital functions. Imbalances in hormone production in the thyroid can lead to many health risks. Luckily, there are some early warning signs and very accurate blood tests that can determine if you have a thyroid imbalance.

Hyperthyroidism is caused by the thyroid over-producing hormones and is fairly rare in the United States. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormones. Women are three times more like to develop hypothyroidism than men, and women over 60 are more susceptible than women under 60. Over time, if hypothyroidism goes untreated it can lead to serious health complications such as infertility, joint pain, obesity and heart disease.

Fatigue
The hallmark of hypothyroidism is feeling tired for no reason. When the metabolism isn’t functioning correctly, it can lead to extreme lethargy and feelings of tiredness.

Weight gain
The thyroid is responsible for regulating the metabolism, which at its most basic function is the ability of the body to convert calories into energy to fuel the body. When the metabolism is slowed due to improper thyroid function, weight gain follows. While weight gain is a symptom, it is generally more minor compared to other symptoms on this list – usually only resulting in a 5 to 10-pound weight gain unless the hypothyroidism is extremely severe.

Intolerance to cold
Another major warning sign of hypothyroidism is the inability to feel warm. This isn’t a simple feeling of, my jacket isn’t warm enough, but rather an extreme sensitivity to coldness and the failure to stay warm. The thyroid is sometimes called the thermostat of the body. When it isn’t functioning properly, the body doesn’t burn calories as heat very well, leading to low body temperature.

Puffy, dry, pale skin
The thyroid also regulates the grease glands and skin thickness, which leads to extreme dryness in the skin. Combine this with the body’s attempt to keep at a steady temperature with a malfunctioning thyroid prevents the body from sweating, holding onto unnecessary fluid. In addition to extremely dry and scaly skin, this also produces puffiness and bloating. It is particularly noticeable in the face and eyes or in swelling ankles and joints.

Chronic constipation
Once food has been broken down in the stomach, it is passed through the large and small intestine by means of muscles lining the walls of the intestines. Hypothyroidism causes the contraction of these muscles to weaken, leading to slow-moving or stopped stool.

Hoarseness
The thyroid gland lies on the windpipe just below the larynx (voice box). Because of this proximity, hypothyroidism can lead to a couple of issues with the voice. Hypothyroidism causes a buildup of sugar molecules called mucopolysaccharides, this buildup leads to the voice deepening or lowering. Hypothyroidism also causes the thyroid gland to swell, which in turn presses on the voice box to cause hoarseness.

These earliest indicators of hypothyroidism can be very subtle but if you exhibit a number of these symptoms, talk to your doctor about testing your thyroid function.

Source:

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20350284

When the Abominable Abstinence Witch casts a dry “spell” on you, getting back on the saddle can feel like a victory for all of mankind. This impressive feat, however, is likely to feel a bit overwhelming to achieve.

You will inevitably be concerned about what could happen to your body after having sex post-hiatus. Will you shrivel up like a raisin? Close shop like a Venus fly trap? Sprout “anti-man” booby traps on your vaginal walls? Well, worry not. All the answers to your burning questions are below.

Will it be easier to orgasm?
It might actually take you longer to achieve orgasm after not having sex for a long time. Part of the brain shuts during this biological response, and you must therefore “surrender,” in some way, to the sensation. If you are not accustomed to letting go like this, it could take some getting used to.

Will you have trouble getting aroused?
During a dry spell, your vagina sort of gets out of the “habit” of lubricating itself in preparation for penetration. For that reason, it might take a little bit longer than you are used to to get aroused.

Can you become a virgin again?
No. Regardless of the length of your dry spell, your vagina will never physically return to its pre-first-time state. It might tighten (particularly in post-menopausal women) or lose elasticity, but you will not regrow your hymen nor look the same aesthetically as you once did.

What will happen to your libido?
Despite popular belief, going a long time without having sex generally decreases your libido, while having sex consistently generally increases it. This positive feedback loop might even make you lose interest in sex altogether during your dry spell. That’s why jumping back in for the first time in a while could really put your sexual engine into overdrive.

Will you forget how to have sex?
Although you will inevitably feel a bit rusty after having skipped practice this season, so to speak, you will likely still get into a natural rhythm with your partner and quickly “remember” what to do. It’s like riding a bike—once you know how to do it, you are not likely to forget. Truth be told, your anxiety about this impending event is likely to be more of an issue than the act itself.

Sources:
https://www.bustle.com/articles/103312-can-you-become-a-virgin-again-how-your-body-changes-if-you-havent-had-sex-in
https://www.health.com/sexual-health/how-no-sex-affects-vagina
https://flo.health/menstrual-cycle/sex/sexual-health/what-happens-when-you-stop-having-sex

Our pancreas is an organ, located behind the stomach, which plays an important role in digestion and regulating blood sugar. When the pancreas is malfunctioning, it can be hard to determine due to its location deep in the abdomen.

In severe instances, pancreatic cancer is one critical disease associated with the pancreas and is the fourth most deadly cancer for men and women in the United States. It is often called the “silent killer” because the symptoms it presents are generic and often undetectable until the tumor has grown past an operable size. Risk factors include smoking and obesity.

There are, however, some warning signs that can help with early detection. If you present with these symptoms, particularly if your family has a history of pancreatic cancer, consult with your doctor immediately.

Pancreatic cancer is caused by rampant abnormal cell growth within the pancreas that forms a tumor. Within the pancreas, there are two types of cells: exocrine cells which manufacture the enzymes that aid in digestion, and endocrine cells which manufacture hormones within the pancreas. Accordingly, there are two types of pancreatic cancer that manifest differently: pancreatic exocrine tumors which account for about 94 percent of pancreatic cancers, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors which make up the remaining 6 percent of pancreatic cancers.

Pancreatic Exocrine Cancer:
1) Jaundice
Many patients with pancreatic cancer present with jaundice – one of the first symptoms to present itself. It is identified by a distinct yellowing of the eyes and skin. It is caused by bilirubin build-up due to a blockage of the common bile duct. Tumors that form in the pancreas are very close to the common bile duct and press on it, causing blockage. Once the cancer has spread outside the pancreas, it often moves quickly to the liver, which can also cause jaundice.

Before the eyes and skin start to become noticeably yellow, jaundice can sometimes be identified by noticing dark urine, gray or greasy colored stools, and itchy skin.

2) Pain, Weight Loss, Nausea, and Vomiting
Unfortunately, these symptoms can be caused by many other conditions, but they are signs nonetheless. As pancreatic tumors grow larger, they often press against other organs in the abdomen, which can be quite painful or make it very difficult for food to pass through. This leads to nausea, vomiting and pain, which often increases after eating. Pancreatic cancer sufferers often experience unintended weight loss and almost no appetite. Further, once pancreatic cancer leaves the pancreas it often spreads quickly to the nerves surrounding it, causing severe back pain.

3) Blood Clots
It is not fully understood why certain cancers, including pancreatic, are prone to causing blood clots, but it is believed that they damage tissue and inflammatory responses and emit chemicals, both of which activate the clotting (coagulating) system in the body.

Pancreatic cancer causes both deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is identified by swelling, warmth and redness in the large veins of the legs, and pulmonary embolism (PE), which occurs when a clot travels to the lungs and causes chest pain and difficulty breathing.

4) Fatty Tissue Abnormalities
When functioning normally, the pancreas releases enzymes that are used to digest fat. However, when this process is disrupted due to tumors, the fat is not broken down and begins to build up in odd places. Over time, this leads to layers of fatty tissue building up under the skin, giving it an abnormal and uneven texture.

Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Cancer:
There are many different symptoms associated with neuroendocrine cancer, tumors cause excess hormones to be released into the bloodstream and depending on the type of tumor many different hormones can be produced. Below are some of the different types of neuroendocrine tumors:

1) Gastrinomas
These tumors cause an overproduction of stomach acid, which leads to stomach ulcers causing pain, nausea and loss of appetite. In more severe forms, they may cause bleeding which can lead to anemia, black and tarry stools, and even death.

2) Glucagonomas
The tumors cause too much glucose to be produced in the bloodstream, which may lead to high blood sugar and in severe cases diabetes. This can also lead to diarrhea, weight loss and malnutrition. The most common way of identifying glucagonomas is a condition known as necrolytic migratory erythema—a red rash that travels from place to place on the skin and causes swelling and blisters.

3) Insulinomas
These tumors have the opposite effect of glucagonomas by causing too much insulin production, leading to low blood sugar. Symptoms of low blood sugar range from the mild: weakness, confusion, and rapid heartbeat, to the severe: fainting, coma and seizures.

4) Somatostatinomas
These tumors cause the overproduction of somatostatins, a hormone which regulates other hormones. Symptoms can include pain, nausea, vomiting, diabetes and jaundice.

5) VIPomas and PPomas
These tumors make peptides which regulate both the endocrine and exocrine cells in the pancreas. Vasoactive Intestinal Peptides (VIP) and Pancreatic Peptides (PP) cause underproduction of stomach acid which leads to pain, nausea, vomiting, flushing of the face or neck, severe diarrhea and difficulty digesting food. They can also lead to liver enlargement.

Sources:

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/pancreatic-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-and-symptoms.html
https://www.livescience.com/44662-pancreas.html

While there can be many reasons we experience head pain, it’s important to recognize changes in sensitivity or pain near the head as they might be a sign of something more malicious. A brain aneurysm is more common than you might think, with actress Emilia Clarke from Game of Thrones recently revealing that she experienced two brain aneurysms while filming the show.

A general type of brain aneurysm — a cerebral brain aneurysm — exhibits signs of swelling in a blood vessel before it ruptures. In order to avoid sometimes fatal complications like hemorrhaging when a blood vessel does rupture, it’s key to pick up on the gradual signs that something abnormal may be developing in your brain’s blood flow patterns. Here are five warning signs that you may be on the verge of a brain aneurysm.

Pain above and behind the eye
While most cerebral aneurysms do not showcase signs until they are big or rupture, a telltale sign of an impending rupture of a blood vessel due to an aneurysm is when the blood vessel puts pressure on tissues and nerves, such as those around the eye.

Vision changes or double vision
As a cerebral aneurysm can put pressure on the sensitivity or feeling of the eye, it can also lead to changes in the function of the eye. One can experience vision changes like double vision suddenly or gradually as the aneurysm puts pressure on the tissue.

Numbness or weakness
Just as a growing and soon-to-rupture aneurysm puts pressure on the tissue and nerves of the eye, it can also do so anywhere in the area and cause numbness and weakness in the face as a result. It can also lead to paralysis of the face.

Headache
Sometimes an aneurysm may leak a small amount of blood into the brain, called a sentinel bleed. Sentinel or warning headaches may result from an aneurysm that suffers a tiny leak, days or weeks prior to a significant rupture.

A sudden, severe headache
When a blood vessel has ruptured as a result of a cerebral brain aneurysm, you will experience a sudden and severe headache that feels like “the worst headache of your life.” You may also experience nausea, seizures, sensitivity to light, or loss of consciousness briefly or for a prolonged period of time.

Sources:
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Cerebral-Aneurysms-Fact-Sheet

Colon cancer occurs when cells that line the colon or rectum become abnormal. In many cases, these cells die or are attacked by the immune system, but some of the cells can escape and grow out of control. Colon cancer often forms in the mucus-making cells.

The exact cause of colon cancer isn’t known, but certain risk factors are strongly linked to this type of cancer. Some of these risks include diet, smoking, heavy alcohol consumption and a family history of colon cancer.

Colon Cancer Risk Factors You Can’t Control
Some uncontrollable characteristics may increase the risk of developing colon cancer. According to the Cancer Treatment Center of America and the American Cancer Society, six of these risk factors include:

Age: While it is much more common in people older than 50, colon cancer cases are currently increasing in people younger than 64, and are increasing even faster in people younger than 50.
Race and ethnicity: Colorectal cancer diagnosis and deaths are highest among non-Hispanic African Americans, American Indians, Alaska Natives and Jewish people of eastern and central European descent (Ashkenazi.)
History of polyps or cancer: The risk of colon cancer is higher for those who had colorectal polyps, especially large or copious numbers of abnormal-but-noncancerous cells (dysplasia.).
Certain health conditions: Conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, including ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease) or type 2 diabetes may increase the risk of colon cancer.
Certain genetic syndromes: Having certain inherited conditions such as Lynch syndrome or polyposis syndrome raises the risk for colon cancer.
Family health history: If one or more of a person’s family members have a history of colon cancer or polyps, their risk of developing this type of cancer is higher.
Colon Cancer Lifestyle Factors You Can Control
According to the Cancer Treatment Center of America and the American Cancer Society, five lifestyle factors you can control to decrease your risk for colon cancer include:

Diet: There is a higher risk for those who eat a high-fat diet and red meat diet. It is best to aim for a balanced diet with a lot of fruits and vegetables.
Drinking: Heavy alcohol consumption can raise the risk of colon cancer. It is recommended that men limit themselves to two drinks a day and women to one drink a day.
Weight: There is a higher risk of developing cancer if you are overweight or obese.
Activity level: People who spend a lot of the day sitting or lying down may be more at risk of developing this type of cancer.
Smoking: According to an American Cancer Society report, smoking tobacco can cause colorectal cancer. About 12% of colon cases in the U.S are caused by current or former smoking.

For thousands of years onions have been the main ingredients into many traditional dishes and cuisines all across the globe, and many traditional medicines have been using it as a natural remedy as well. Actually onions are being considered the best natural remedy for the treatment of severe vomiting, and they can easily boost our immune system.

The onion is a member of the allium family and it has one of the strongest antibiotic and antiseptic properties, because it contains huge amounts of Sulfur. The onion is also loaded with Quercetin – a powerful antioxidant which is very effective against free radicals, which explains why the onions are used in so many treatments against numerous health conditions and ailments.

The onions can be also used for the treatment of many respiratory conditions, and they are one of the strongest expectorants. Due to their powerful antioxidant properties, flavonoid and sulfur compounds, the onion can be used for treating arthritis, diabetes, high cholesterol levels, and heart diseases.

The Native Americans have been using the onions mostly for colds and flu. Also the World Health Organization confirmed the onion’s ability to relieve from respiratory infections.

Onion’s uses for many Health Issues and Ailments:

Vomiting – Take two onions, one yellow and one white and grate them. Then squeeze out their juice and try using a cheesecloth to make the process easier. Then make some peppermint tea. Next consume 2 teaspoons of the onion juice and wait for about 5 minutes, then consume 2 teaspoons of the peppermint tea and wait for another 5 minutes. Repeat this process until the symptoms are gone, the vomiting should go right away and nausea will disappear in about 15 minutes.

Cough – Take a big white onion and slice it in two equal halves, get some brown sugar and cover both of the halves in it. Let them infuse each other for 1 hour and then you can consume the remedy 2 times on daily basis to relieve from the cough.

Colic – For colic babies we have one of the most famous recipes, the Cherokee Indian recipe. First get a yellow onion, dice it and boil it and let the mixture cool down. Then You can strain the mixture and feed the baby a single teaspoon every hour, until you notice that the symptoms are completely gone.

Ear pain or infection – Get an onion and chop it in very small cubes, use a thin sock to put the onion inside and tie it. Then put the sock directly on the painful ear and put on a hat so that the sock may stay in place, when the pain disappears you can take off the hat and the sock off your ear.

Breakup Chest Congestion – Crush some onions and mix them together with some coconut oil, you will get a paste like mixture. Then use that paste to rub your chest, then cover your chest with a towel and try putting on a t-shirt.

Fever – Cut a medium sized onion in two equal halves, get some coconut oil and rub it on your feet on the bottom. Use the onion by placing it on your foot arch, and use a cling wrap to make sure the onion doesn’t move. Then put on a sock, that way you will also relieve from toxins in your body and relieve from the illness of course.

Purify the air – You can use the onions to cleanse your air in your house from viruses and bacteria, in each corner around your house put some onion slices.

Cuts – Since the skin of the onion has a transparent film with some pretty interesting antiseptic properties, you can use it to stop bleeding from a cut.

There are some other practical uses of the onions such as these below:

For example you can prevent some iron from rusting by rubbing some onion on to it. Or you can rub some onion juice on your scalp, which will prevent it from damaging and will stimulate hair growth as well. Boil some onions and use the juice in a spray bottle, to spray on your plants, this will protect them from bugs.

Since you’ve learned these things about the onions, give these simple tricks a try and let us know what you thins. Share this article if you find it interesting and helpful!

Source: theorganicwellness.com

Water is essential when it comes to losing weight. According to the medical website Everyday Health, water is an important part of all body functions and processes, including digestion and elimination. When you’re on a diet, water also acts as a weight-loss aid because it can help you eat less. How much of the water do you actually need and what role does it play in the body?

How does water reduce metabolism?
People who drink water instead of sugary drinks are more successful at losing weight and keeping it off, according to the website Healthline, whose editorial team is comprised of medical clinicians. This is because sugary drinks contain calories, so replacing them with water automatically reduces your calorie intake. Studies have shown that drinking 17 ounces (0.5 liters) of water increases resting metabolism by 10–30% for about an hour. This calorie-burning effect may be even greater if you drink cold water, as your body uses energy to heat it up to body temperature.

Water can also help fill you up. Studies show that drinking water a half an hour before you eat can help you eat less, according to the National Library of Medicine. One study of overweight adults found that those who drank half a liter of water before their meals lost 44% more weight than those who didn’t.

How much water do you need?
Everyone says eight glasses (8 ounces) of water a day. But that’s changed. It actually depends on your size and weight, and also on your activity level and where you live according to WebMD. Overall, you should try to drink between half an ounce and an ounce of water for each pound you weigh, every day. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, that would be 75 to 150 ounces of water a day. If you’re living in a hot climate and exercising a lot, you’d be on the higher end of that range; if you’re in a cooler climate and mostly sedentary, you’d need less.

What are the digestive health benefits of water?
Water also helps you digest your food properly, states WebMD. Water allows your kidneys to function properly and filter everything they need to and allows us to eliminate effectively and not be constipated. People who don’t get enough fluids in their diet tend to be constipated.

Additionally, the single biggest cause of painful kidney stones is chronic dehydration. When you don’t get enough water, calcium and other minerals build up in your urine and are harder for your body to filter out. They can form the crystals that make up kidney and urinary stones.

Sources:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/weight/the-importance-of-water-in-your-diet-plan.aspx
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-ways-to-boost-metabolism#section2
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21750519
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17519319
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24179891
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19661958
https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/water-for-weight-loss-diet#2

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs, according to Mayo Clinic. It occurs when sexually transmitted bacteria spreads from the vagina to the uterus and the fallopian tubes or ovaries.

Symptoms
There are many different signs of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). WebMD discusses a few:

Pain in your lower belly and pelvis
Heavy discharge from your vagina with an unpleasant odor
Bleeding between periods
Pain during sex
Fever and chills
Pain or difficulty when peeing
According to WebMD, PID can cause problems such as struggling to get pregnant and pain that stays with you.

There are also other serious signs that can put someone in danger, such as:

Severe pain in your lower belly
Signs of shock, like fainting
Vomiting
Fever higher than 101F
Who gets it?
According to Office on Women’s Health from the US Government, PID affects about 5% of women in the United States. Your risk for PID is higher if you:

Have had an STI
Have had PID before
Are 15 to 24 years old, when PID is most common in women
Have more than one sex partner or have a partner who has multiple sexual partners
Preventative measures
You may not be able to prevent PID, states the Office on Women’s Health since it is not always caused by an STI. Sometimes, normal bacteria in your vagina can travel up to your reproductive organs and cause PID.

But, there are ways in lowering the risk of PID such as:

Using condoms: Condoms are the best way to prevent STIs when you have sex. Other methods of birth control, like birth control pills, shots, implants, or diaphragms, will not protect you from STIs.
Get tested: Be sure you and your partner are tested for STIs. Talk to each other about the test results before you have sex.
Do not abuse alcohol or drugs: Drinking too much alcohol or using drugs increases risky behavior and may put you at risk of sexual assault and possible exposure to STIs.
Limit your number of sex partners: Your risk of getting STIs goes up with the number of partners you have
Sources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pelvic-inflammatory-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20352594
https://www.webmd.com/women/guide/what-is-pelvic-inflammatory-disease
https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/pelvic-inflammatory-disease

Most of the time, bloating is uncomfortable but harmless. Chewing gum, menstruation, or an unbalanced diet might cause stomach swelling, and it’s usually only temporary (though there are some natural ways to banish belly bloat if you’re hoping for it to disappear faster).

Other times, bloating may be one of the initial symptoms of a more serious health condition. Experts call some of these conditions “silent killers” because bloating, along with some of their other symptoms, seem so common that women don’t think much of it.

If you feel bloating accompanied by other unusual symptoms, or if the bloating lasts longer than usual, it might indicate one of the following conditions. In many cases, the only way to determine what’s causing that belly bloat is to visit a doctor.

Cancer
There are several organs located in the abdominal area. When one of them develops cancer, a woman might experience abdominal swelling. These include ovarian, uterine, pancreatic, colon, and stomach cancers, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Liver disease
Infections from the hepatitis B virus or the hepatitis C virus usually don’t show symptoms until the virus damages the liver enough to cause signs and symptoms, according to the health resource website the Mayo Clinic. Abdominal swelling may also indicate liver cancer.

Inflammatory bowel disease
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) actually refers to two diseases: Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis affects only the large intestine (also known as the colon) while Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus. Usually, IBD affects the small and large intestines, causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating, according to the IBD Clinic in Alberta, Canada.

Diverticulitis
Diverticula are pouches that bulge outward through the colon and having these pouches is called diverticulosis. Half of all people over age 60 have it, says the U.S. National Library of Medicine. The main cause is a diet low in fiber. When the pouches become inflamed or infected, the condition is called diverticulitis. Bloating, abdominal pain (usually on the left side), fever, vomiting, chills, and constipation can signal diverticulitis. About 25 percent of people with diverticulitis develop complications, including abscesses, colon blockage, fistulas, or ruptured pouches that spill intestinal contents in the abdominal cavity.

Urinary tract infection
The Milton S. Hershey Medical Center from Penn State University says women are more likely to have a urinary tract infection (UTI) than men. When women reach menopause, the decrease in estrogen thins the lining of the urinary tract, which increases susceptibility to bacterial infections that cause UTIs. Antibiotics can treat UTIs, which can develop complications like bladder and kidney dysfunction.

Mental health
Problems with the organs near the belly may not be the only cause of bloating. The health resource website Medical News Today says bloating may also be a side effect of stress and anxiety. Staying mentally healthy is one important way to keep the body healthy.

Sources:
https://familydoctor.org/condition/bloating/
http://www.ibdclinic.ca/treatment/managing-bloating-wind/
https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/whats-causing-that-belly-bloat
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hepatitis-c/symptoms-causes/syc-20354278
https://www.womenworking.com/dealing-with-excruciating-stool-problems-5-signs-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease/
https://medlineplus.gov/diverticulosisanddiverticulitis.html
http://pennstatehershey.adam.com/content.aspx?productId=10&pid=10&gid=000036
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321833.php

According to an article published by the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, it’s estimated that around 1 in 75 women will develop ovarian cancer in their life. 1 in 75 women. That’s roughly 22,280 new cases of ovarian cancer per year, deeming it one of the deadliest and most dangerous of the cancers. While (thankfully) chances for recovery, when treated early, are strong, only 20 percent of women catch it at a localized stage. Few of the warning signs are particular to ovarian cancer, and many can be disregarded simply as weird feelings: abnormal, but not abnormal enough to warrant a checkup. But, if you think you recognize any of the following symptoms, you should get screened immediately (even if it’s just an inkling).

Bloating
One of the sneakiest and yet most telltale signs of ovarian cancer is bloating. It might be misconstrued as a menstrual side effect, but if it is stemming from the ‘silent killer’, the bloating might be due to a tumor in the abdomen.

Abdominal pain
As with bloating, abdominal pain due to ovarian cancer might also be mistaken for those pesky time-of-the-month cramps. But, pelvic discomfort is common when a tumor is growing in the lower abdomen. Though easily ignored, abdominal pain is another telling sign of ovarian cancer.

Changes in appetite
Whether it is trouble getting full, or getting full too quickly, changes in appetite could be an indicatory symptom. If you notice any changes in your satiation levels, speak to a medical professional.

Increased urgency to urinate
A tumor growing in the pelvic area might apply pressure to the bladder, causing increased urges to urinate. Though easily mistaken for a UTI or simply a symptom of drinking too much water, increased urges to pee might be a sign of ovarian cancer.

Back pain
Another sneaky sign of the ‘silent killer’ is back pain. While back pain is not unique to ovarian cancer, the key is to detect pain that is new, not directly caused by any physical activity and unresponsive to other treatment.

Changes in menstruation
Often, women who have caught ovarian cancer after menopause experience period-like spotting. If you experience irregular bleeding or changes in your regular cycle, take notice.

Pain during sex
A tumor growing in the ovaries might cause discomfort, or even pain, during intimacy. If this is abnormal to you, it is advised that you get checked right away.

Indigestion
Often, women who experience the bloating and bleeding symptoms of ovarian cancer also experience some abnormal indigestion, like irregular gastro-intestinal issues and heartburn. With a condition as silent and relentless as ovarian cancer, it’s better to play it safe and get screened should any of these sneaky symptoms arise.

Sources:

https://www.cancer.org/cancer/ovarian-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-and-symptoms.html

What is Ovarian Cancer?

http://www.health.com/ovarian-cancer/early-signs-ovarian-cancer#05-cramps-ovarian-cancer
https://www.cancercenter.com/ovarian-cancer/symptoms/