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Information on women's health conditions and gynaecology treatments

Managing heavy periods

You may heavy periods (also called menorrhagia) if you: Need to change your pad or tampon every couple of hours. Need to use 2 types of...

How is Ovarian Cancer treated?

Ovarian cancer affects the ovaries. Symptoms include: Bloating Lack of appetite Feeling full quickly Needing to urinate more often...

Bleeding between periods

The medical term for bleeding between periods is metrorrhagia. It is also known as spotting or breakthrough bleeding. Any bleeding...

What are the symptoms of cervical cancer?

Cervical cancer may not cause symptoms, which is why is is important to attend regular cervical screening examinations (smear tests)....

Bleeding after the menopause

Menopause is when your periods stop due to low hormones and usually happens in women over the age of 45, unless you have had a...

The information about conditions and treatments in these articles is generic and is not intended to be for medical diagnosis. Your medical professional will discuss your condition, diagnosis and treatment options to you based on your individual circumstance.