Female sexual problems
Many women experience sexual problems from time to time. Learn more about some common problems and how they can be treated.
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Why am I spotting between periods? Plus 9 other female health questions answered
healthdirect’s Chief Medical Officer answers how to handle the symptoms of endometriosis and bleeding between your periods, plus other questions.
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Women's health
Learn more about health topics that concern women and their families, such as menopause, breast cancer, endometriosis and pregnancy.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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Health checks for women
A guide to routine health checks and tests for women, including mammogram, bowel cancer screening, blood pressure and more.
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Vaginal problems
Most women are concerned by common problems such as vaginal discharge, dryness, irritation and thrush at some stage.
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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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Menopause
Find out about menopause, common symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment and support.
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How to combat menopausal brain fog
Forgetting more than usual, female and close to age 51? You may be going through menopause. Learn how to deal with brain fog.
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Vaginal dryness
Although it can affect any woman, vaginal dryness is most common in women who have experienced menopause.
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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome refers to symptoms that occur around the time of your period. There are ways to help manage your premenstrual symptoms.
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Perimenopause
Perimenopause takes place as your ovaries gradually stop working over a period of years, producing fewer eggs and releasing less of the hormones than usual. Learn more about the treatment options available to manage symptoms of perimenopause.
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Labia problems
Learn about what is normal for your labia – the vulva folds or lips outside of your genitals (vulva). Problems can include cysts or a rash.
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Vaginal discharge
Every woman has some vaginal discharge. It's usually healthy and serves a purpose. Here's how to know what's normal, and what's a sign of infection.
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Painful sex for women
Experiencing pain or discomfort during sex is fairly common, but in some cases there is an underlying cause.
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Mammography
A mammogram is a type of x-ray used to screen for breast cancer. Learn more about the process, plus the benefits and risks of mammography.
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Women don't need to 'put up' with heavy periods
Heavy menstrual bleeding affects 1 in 4 Australian women, but treatment is available. There's no need to suffer in silence.
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A self-test is making cervical screening even easier
A ‘self-collection’ cervical screening test is now available, meaning females have another testing option.
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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.
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Post menopause
Some health conditions and problems are more common after menopause, including osteoporosisand cardiovascular disease.
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Early menopause
Menopause that happens earlier than the expected age of around 50 years is called premature or early menopause.
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The truth hurts: hysterectomy doesn’t cure endometriosis
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women, often leading to pain and infertility. Despite one celeb's hysterectomy for endo at 31, it’s not a cure for endometriosis.
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Hormonal medicines and periods
Some forms of hormonal contraception (for example the oral contraceptive pill, hormonal IUD, and injection) may affect your menstrual cycle.
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Breast diseases
There are many different types of breast diseases.
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Pregnancy
Discover more about health topics relevant to pregnant women and parents-to-be, such as pregnancy tests, morning sickness, pre-eclampsia and labour.
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Female reproductive system
The female reproductive system includes organs such as the uterus (womb), ovaries, fallopian tubes and vagina, as well as hormones.
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Folate
Folate is a B-group vitamin that your body needs to grow and develop. Everyone needs folate, but it’s especially important for pregnant women.
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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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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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Irregular periods
If your period stops or changes in any way, you should see your doctor.
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