Efficacy of the Mentha crispa in the treatment of women with Trichomonas vaginalis infection.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of Mentha crispa in the treatment of women with Trichomonas vaginalis infection (TVI).

Methods: This was a randomized, double-blind, and controlled clinical trial consisting of three phases, pre-treatment, treatment, and post-treatment. Sixty female patients were randomized to a treatment group, M.

[The performance of mastectomized women in group activities].

We aim to describe the reactions of women confronting mastectomy, and the feelings that emerged from group interaction. 10 women from the GEPAM group (Teaching, Research, Self-help and Assistance to Mastectomized Women Group) were interviewed in November and December 2001 and January 2002. Reactions in the face of mastectomy can be singled out as: depression, discrimination, adoption of new behavior and the need for social interaction.