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Ectopic pregnancy

Trusted information on ectopic pregnancy including what it is, symptoms, treatment, why it happens, where to get support, plus links to trusted resources.

Dilatation and curettage

Dilatation and curettage (D&C) is an operation to scrape tissue from the inside of the womb. It's used to diagnose and treat conditions and after a miscarriage.

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a common condition that affects around one in eight women at some point during their life. PID is most common in sexually active women between the ages of 20 and 24. Learn more about PID.

Genetic testing

Genetic testing can give you important information if you are planning a family or if you, or someone you care for, has a genetic disorder.

Ovarian cancer symptoms

Information on how to recognise Ovarian cancer signs and symptoms, plus links to trusted resources.

Salpingectomy

Salpingectomy is the removal of one or both of a woman's fallopian tubes. It is done to treat cancer, endometriosis, ectopic pregnancy and for other reasons.

What causes ovarian cancer?

Information on what causes Ovarian cancer, risk factors and links to trusted resources.

Cervical cancer – a personal story

Being diagnosed with cervical cancer can be both emotionally and practically challenging. Listening to others who have experienced similar situations is often reassuring and can be helpful. This video interview has been sourced from healthtalkonline.org, award-winning research into patient experiences in conjunction with the Health Experience Research Group at Oxford University, UK.

Ovariectomy

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

Ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer is most common over the age of 50, but it can affect women of any age. Learn about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and prevention.