A gynaecological health expert has discussed the common symptom of butt pain that can occur during periods, often described as being like an electric shock in the buttocks, due to pressure on nerves from uterine contractions. Severe zaps may signal endometriosis, which can affect the sciatic nerve. Proctalgia fugax, sharp pain near the anus, can also be triggered by periods due to hormone-induced muscle contractions.
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Two-Thirds Of People With Dementia Are Women. Experts Now Think They Might Know Why
Alzheimer’s Research UK reports that two out of three people with dementia in the UK are women, with women over 60 being twice as likely to develop dementia than breast cancer. Factors such as lipid metabolism, vascular risk responses, heart health, hormonal changes, and autoimmune disorders may contribute to the higher dementia risk in women. Recommendations include aerobic exercise, adequate sleep, socialization, and a healthy diet to mitigate risks. Full Article
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