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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...

What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

PMDD is a more severe form of PMS. Whilst most people who have periods experience headaches, fatigue, bloating and changes in appetite,...

Managing and treating PMS

Pre menstrual syndrome (PMS) is the term given to the symptoms experienced in the lead up to a woman's period due to the changes in...

Why is there pain in my pelvis?

Pain in your pelvis can be sudden and severe pain in your lower abdomen or a longer-lasting chronic pain. Many people describe pelvic...

The menstrual cycle

What is the menstrual cycle? The menstrual cycle is the time from the first day of a period through to the next period. This can vary for...

Are my period pains normal?

Period pains are common but women and people who have periods experience them differently. It lasts for a couple days and is usually...

Signs and symptoms of Endometriosis

Endometriosis is where tissue which acts in a similar way to the tissue in the uterus grows in other places of the body such as the...

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.