The pelvic floor during and after pregnancy undergoes strong pressure and hormonal changes: it is stressed by the increase in weight and strength, by the increase in muscle tension, by lacerations during childbirth. But what are the precautions that can be followed to prepare our body for the big event and avoid damage and consequences for pelvic health?
Last month we introduced Inflammatory Bowel Disease, with a focus on Crohn’s disease. In this appointment we continue with the IBDs through an in-depth analysis of Ulcerative Colitis (or Ulcerative Rectocolitis).
Crohn’s disease: a chronic inflammatory intestinal condition that can affect the entire gastrointestinal tract wall. It is a debilitating disease, often mistaken for Irritable Bowel Syndrome due to similar symptoms. Crohn’s disease can have an impact on various aspects of life, but with the help of new therapies, it is becoming increasingly manageable, especially when combined with an appropriate lifestyle and proper nutrition.
The Papilloma Virus (HPV) is one of the most widespread sexually transmitted diseases and is responsible for the onset of benign lesions (condylomas) or precancerous lesions in the male and female genitals, anus and rectum, and also in the mouth and throat. In this third appointment dedicated to STIs, we will take an in-depth look at this virus, focusing on its causes, symptoms, means of prevention and diagnosis, and treatments.
December 1 of each year is the World Day dedicated to raising awareness of the global AIDS epidemic, caused by the spread of the HIV virus. This month’s article aims to be an insight into this disease between transmission, symptoms, diffusion and therapies.
One of the most common complaints during pregnancy is haemorrhoids. The causes of this unpleasant ailment depend on various factors, but they are all physiological and normally present in every pregnancy. In this month’s article, we look at the link between haemorrhoids and pregnancy, causes, symptoms and indications on the various treatments.
This month’s article is dedicated to three of the most important examinations performed in proctology to diagnose diseases of the anal area: anoscopy, rectoscopy and colonoscopy. An analysis to highlight methods, preparations and procedures.
In menopause induced by oncological therapies, the sudden drop in estrogen production triggers significant disturbances. Between hot flashes, night sweats, drop in mood, annoying disorders related to the pelvic floor and libido are added. In this month’s article, a focus on the impact of anticancer treatments on the female pelvic floor.
Faecal incontinence is an annoying disorder of defecation characterized by the involuntary loss of stool and intestinal gas. It is a highly disabling disorder, which has a heavy impact on the quality of life of those affected and limits their social relationships. But what are the causes that lead to the onset of fecal incontinence?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a very common and debilitating condition, it is estimated to affect 10% of the population. What are the causes that lead to the onset of this pathology? What is the correct approach to live better with it?