Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect males and females differently. Read about UTI symptoms, treatment and prevention, and when to get medical help.

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Kidney infection (pyelonephritis)

A kidney infection (pyelonephritis) can be serious, but will usually improve if treated promptly. Learn about symptoms and treatment here.

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E. coli infection

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a bacteria found in the gut. E. coli infection can cause diarrhoea and vomiting, it is often spread by eating contaminated food.

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Urinary system

Your urinary system removes waste from your blood and makes and stores urine. It includes your kidneys and bladder. Learn how to keep it healthy.

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Catheter problems

A catheter is a tube put into the bladder to drain urine (wee). Find out about catheter use and problems, such as leaking and blockages.

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Urinary retention

Urinary retention - not being able to fully empty your bladder - can happen gradually or suddenly. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

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Epididymitis

Epididymitis is inflammation of the tube at the back of each testicle. Find out more about the symptoms, prevention and treatment of epididymitis.

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Getting the most out of your pharmacist

Your pharmacist provides advice on medicines and health. They can help you manage chronic conditions, and offer vaccinations and other services.

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Kidney stones

Kidney stones are common and can cause severe pain, nausea and vomiting. Find out more about the treatment, symptoms and diagnosis of kidney stones.

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Benign prostate hypertrophy

Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is an enlarged prostate, which can happen as you get older. Read about the symptoms and treatment for BPH.

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Cystitis

Cystitis is bladder inflammation often caused by a UTI. Learn symptoms, causes, treatment, and when to see a doctor. Find support and prevention tips.

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Urine tests

Urine tests are used for many different reasons. They can diagnose conditions, such as pregnancy, infections, diseases and screen for drug use.

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Painful sex for women

Experiencing pain or discomfort during vaginal sex is fairly common. Learn about some health conditions that can cause pain during intercourse.

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Vaginal dryness

Vaginal dryness is most common in females who have gone through menopause. Read more about the symptoms and treatments for vaginal dryness.

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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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Vomiting in children

Learn more about what can cause vomiting in children. Read our tips to help you manage the symptoms and know when you should see a doctor.

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Frequent urination

Do you often need to visit the bathroom to wee, including at night? Learn more about the causes of frequent urination and how it can be treated.

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After-hours health services

Medical needs after hours don’t always require a visit to the emergency department. After hours GPs, pharmacists, dentists or counsellors can help.

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Symptoms of serious illness in babies and children

If your child has a serious illness, it's important to get medical attention quickly. Learn how to recognise the symptoms and know what to do.

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Prostate problems

Enlargement, inflammation and cancer are the most common problems that affect the prostate. Learn about symptoms and treatment options here.

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Bladder prolapse

A prolapsed bladder is when your bladder bulges into your vaginal wall. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatments for bladder prolapse.

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Cystoscopy

Cystoscopy is a procedure to see inside your bladder. Read about when this procedure is needed, how to prepare and recovery from cystoscopy.

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Spina bifida

Spina bifida is a birth defect that affects a baby's spine from early pregnancy. Having enough folate in your diet lowers your baby's risk.

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Safe sex

Practicing safe sex helps reduce the spread of sexually transmitted infection (STIs) and minimises the risk of unplanned pregnancy.

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Abdominal pain in children

Abdominal pain in children has many causes. Most tummy pain is not serious, but it’s important to know when to take your child to the doctor.

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Circumcision

Circumcision surgically removes the foreskin of the penis. This may be done for different reasons. Learn about the risks and benefits of circumcision.

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Diabetic ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a medical emergency. It can happen when people with diabetes have very high blood sugar levels. Read more about DKA.

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Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

A prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test can be used to test for prostate cancer. It can also be used to monitor prostate cancer.

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Persistent pelvic pain

Persistent pelvic pain is pain below your belly button that lasts for 6 months or more. Read on for common causes and pain management tools.

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What is the difference between bacterial and viral infections?

Bacterial and viral infections can have similar symptoms but are treated differently. Find out more about bacterial and viral infections.

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