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Women's health guides
Clinician-written articles that explain common gynaecology questions and point you to the right appointment when you need one.
Gynaecology
Bleeding after sex: causes, when to worry, and what to do
Bleeding after sex has several causes, most of them treatable. A gynaecologist explains what to look for, when to get checked, and what tests you might need.
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Bleeding between periods: causes and when to see a gynaecologist
Spotting or bleeding between periods has many causes. A gynaecologist explains the common ones, when to worry, and what investigation involves.
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Vaginal discharge: what is normal, what is not, and when to get tested
A gynaecologist explains what normal vaginal discharge looks like, what changes mean, and when you should get tested.
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Mirena coil: advantages, disadvantages, and the settling-in period
An honest look at the Mirena coil from a Consultant Gynaecologist. What it does well, what the settling-in period is really like, and who it suits best.
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Does the copper coil cause weight gain?
A gynaecologist's view on copper IUD and weight gain. What the evidence says, what patients report, and what might actually be happening.
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