Snapshot
- Femtech’s expansive scope beyond just reproductive health.
- The three primary categories of conditions in women’s health.
- The need for gender-specific research and care.
Overview
The realm of women’s health and femtech is often misconstrued as being limited to reproductive health. However, the reality paints a broader and more intricate picture.
The True Essence of Femtech
Femtech isn’t just about reproductive health. It delves into diseases and conditions that either exclusively affect women or impact women differently. Let’s dissect the three primary categories:
- Bikini Medicine: This encompasses conditions exclusive to women, such as pregnancy, menstruation, menopause, and other reproductive health aspects.
- Gender-Unique Manifestations: These are conditions that both genders experience, but they manifest differently in women. For instance, the symptoms of heart disease or depression can vary significantly between men and women.
- Predominantly Female Conditions: Certain diseases are more prevalent in women. For example, 66% of Alzheimer’s patients are women, and 80% of those with Osteoporosis are female.
