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Vaginal problems

Most women are concerned by common problems such as vaginal discharge, dryness, irritation and thrush at some stage.

Period problems

Suffering from heavy, painful or irregular periods? Does PMS affect your wellbeing? Learn about common period problems and how to cope.

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Uterine disorders

Uterine disorders are medical issues relating to the uterus, such as endometriosis. Learn about symptoms, treatments and when to see your GP.

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Hysteroscopic endometrial resection

An endometrial ablation is a common gynaecological operation. It helps relieve the symptoms of heavy periods. You should get less bleeding and pain.

Vaginal and groin irritation and infection

Irritation around the sensitive skin of the groin or vagina can have many causes. Learn about this condition, and its treatment and prevention.

Endometrial biopsy

An endometrial biopsy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem with the lining of your womb.

Labia problems

The labia folds of skin that are part of your vulva. Learn about labia health, what's normal, common problems and when to see your doctor.

Managing period pain

Period pain (dysmenorrhoea) can make it difficult to enjoy your normal activities. Learn how to manage painful periods and when to see your doctor.

Laparoscopic oophorectomy

A laproscopic ophorectomy is an operation to remove one of or both your ovaries, most commonly because of an ovarian cyst.

Radio-frequency endometrial ablation

A radio-frequency endometrial ablation is an operation that uses radio-frequency energy to remove the lining of your uterus (womb). Usually this is done to reduce or stop periods.

Thermal balloon endometrial ablation

Thermal balloon endometrial ablation is an operation that uses a balloon filled with hot water to remove the lining of your uterus (womb) to reduce or stop periods.

Bacterial vaginosis (BV)

Bacterial vaginosis can cause watery, fishy-smelling vaginal discharge. Treatment for BV is available so it's a good idea to get checked by a doctor.

Abdominal hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus (womb). It is a major operation usually recommended after simpler treatments have failed. Your symptoms should improve.

Vaginal hysterectomy

A vaginal hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus and cervix through your vagina. It is a major operation usually recommended after simpler treatments have failed. Your symptoms should improve.

Laparoscopic hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove your uterus (womb). It is a major operation usually recommended after simpler treatments have failed. Your symptoms should improve.

Vaginal discharge

Some vaginal discharge is usually healthy. Learn more about what's normal, what's a sign of infection and when you should see a doctor.

Infertility

Find out what infertility is and what you can do if you are having problems falling pregnant. Fertility problems affect both males and females.

Premature and early menopause

Early menopause and premature menopause is when menopause happens before the age of 45 years. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments here.

Painful periods (dysmenorrhoea)

Period pain (dysmenorrhoea) is common, especially among young females. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments of painful periods.

Heavy periods

Heavy periods (menorrhagia) are common. Here's what you can do for heavy periods, starting with a doctor's visit, medicines and surgery.

Irregular periods

Irregular periods are periods that don’t follow a regular pattern. If your period stops or changes in any way, you should see your doctor.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) are the symptoms that occur around the time of your period. Learn what you can do to help manage your PMS symptoms.

Vaginal thrush

Vaginal thrush is a common yeast infection caused by the candida species of fungus. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments here.

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.

Bleeding after menopause

Bleeding after menopause should always be checked out by a doctor. Learn about possible causes of postmenopausal bleeding and what to do next.

Oophorectomy

Oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries, usually performed to treat an ovarian cyst, ovarian cancer or other ovary-related problem.

Uterine fibroids

A fibroid is a non-cancerous growth in the muscle layer of your uterus (womb). Find out about fibroids, including symptoms, causes and treatments.

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Search results for: "Female Genital Diseases"

Life stage

Vaginal problems

Period problems

AskEarlyMenopause app

AskPCOS app

Uterine disorders

How the HPV vaccine is eliminating cervical cancer in Australia

Hysteroscopic endometrial resection

Vaginal and groin irritation and infection

Endometrial biopsy

Labia problems

Managing period pain

Laparoscopic oophorectomy

Radio-frequency endometrial ablation

Thermal balloon endometrial ablation

Bacterial vaginosis (BV)

Abdominal hysterectomy

Vaginal hysterectomy

Laparoscopic hysterectomy

Vaginal discharge

Infertility

Premature and early menopause

Painful periods (dysmenorrhoea)

Heavy periods

Irregular periods

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Vaginal thrush

Bleeding between periods

Bleeding after menopause

Oophorectomy

Uterine fibroids

Life stage

Vaginal problems

Period problems

AskEarlyMenopause app

AskPCOS app

Uterine disorders

How the HPV vaccine is eliminating cervical cancer in Australia

Hysteroscopic endometrial resection

Vaginal and groin irritation and infection

Endometrial biopsy

Labia problems

Managing period pain

Laparoscopic oophorectomy

Radio-frequency endometrial ablation

Thermal balloon endometrial ablation

Bacterial vaginosis (BV)

Abdominal hysterectomy

Vaginal hysterectomy

Laparoscopic hysterectomy

Vaginal discharge

Infertility

Premature and early menopause

Painful periods (dysmenorrhoea)

Heavy periods

Irregular periods

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Vaginal thrush

Bleeding between periods

Bleeding after menopause

Oophorectomy

Uterine fibroids

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