Ectopic pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is when a pregnancy implants outside your womb, usually in a fallopian tube. Read about ectopic pregnancy symptoms and treatment.
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Salpingectomy
Salpingectomy is the removal of one or both fallopian tubes. It can be done to treat conditions such as cancer, endometriosis or ectopic pregnancy.
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Tubal ligation
Tubal ligation is a permanent form of contraception or sterilisation. Read about the benefits, risks and alternatives to having your tubes tied.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is inflammation and infection of the pelvic organs or lining. It can cause serious complications, but is treatable.
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Underlying causes of abdominal pain
Abdominal pain has many causes, and may be short-term, long-term or come and goes. Sudden and severe abdominal pain is a medical emergency.
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Inserting an IUCD
A coil or intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUD) is a contraceptive device. An IUD can be removed by your doctor. Read about how this method of contraception works and how a IUD is inserted.
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Peritonitis
Peritonitis is a severe infection causing intense pain, fever and a hard abdomen. It requires immediate hospital treatment, often in ICU.
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Kidney pain
Kidney pain is usually felt in your back. It can be a sign of a kidney or urinary tract problem. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Bleeding between periods
Vaginal bleeding between periods is a common symptom. Find out what can cause bleeding between your periods and when you should see your doctor.
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Laparoscopic sterilisation
A laparoscopic sterilisation is a permanent method of female contraception. It involves blocking both fallopian tubes to prevent you from becoming pregnant.
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