Women's health

The female body is always changing and will experience a number of stages – from periods, pregnancy, childbirth and menopause. And through this journey, a variety of health conditions can affect a woman's body and reproductive organs, such as fibroids and endometriosis.

Our specialists offer advice on how to treat and manage these conditions, as well as risk factors and prevention tips.

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Your pelvic floor: what it is, why it’s important and how to look after it

Most women aren’t aware of their pelvic floor muscles until something goes wrong or when they get pregnant and feel the strain placed on it.

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Desk exercises to keep you active in the office or while working from home

Whether you’re working from home or in the office, it’s easy for your life to become sedentary.

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Five ways to improve your balance

Balance problems are often associated with old age. However, your balance can start to deteriorate as early as your 30s.

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Miss Michelle Mullan, Oncoplastic Breast Consultant

Michelle Mullan explains what a mastectomy is, when you may need one, and what your options are once the surgery has taken place.

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Five tips to live a healthier and happier life

Small and simple changes to your lifestyle can not only make you healthier, they can also make you happier.

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Six signs you're in perimenopause

Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs in women, where hormonal levels reduce in the run-up to menopause.

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Should I be concerned about nipple discharge? 

Nipple discharge refers to fluid that leaks out of the nipple when you are not breastfeeding.

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Ask the expert: what is endometriosis and how is it treated?

Endometriosis symptoms can overlap with other conditions, such as IBS and diagnosis often takes a long time.

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What is pre-eclampsia?

Pre-eclampsia refers to persistent high blood pressure alongside protein in the urine, which usually develops after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

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A guide to infertility in men and women

Around one in seven couples in the UK experience infertility.

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The importance of a good night's sleep

A good night’s sleep is vital for our physical and mental health.

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Bleeding after sex: is it normal and what could it mean?

Bleeding after sex is not normal. If you experience bleeding after sex, you should see your GP to find out the cause.

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How does menopause affect your heart health?

After menopause, the risk of heart disease in women rises.

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Heart disease: everything you need to know

According to the British Heart Foundation, heart and circulatory diseases cause more than a quarter of all deaths in the UK.

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Everything you need to know about vaginal thrush

Vaginal thrush is a very common condition affecting around three-quarters of women at some point during their lifetime.

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Ask the expert: what are fibroids?

Fibroids, also known as uterine fibroids, affect around one in five women in the UK aged between 30 and 50.

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What you need to know about postnatal depression

Postnatal depression refers to depression that occurs within one year of giving birth. It can also affect partners.

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How to stop heavy periods

It can be hard to know if you have heavy periods, medically known as menorrhagia.

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Fertility and pregnancy during perimenopause 

Menopause is a natural stage of ageing where menstruation (having periods) has stopped for 12 months.

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What you need to know about gestational diabetes: from risks to treatment

Gestational diabetes refers to the presence of diabetes — high blood sugar levels due to insulin problems — during pregnancy.

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Five reasons you may be sweating a lot

Sweating is your body’s way of cooling down. You may sweat after exercise or when the weather is warm.

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Why regular exercise is vital for your health

Regular exercise is good for you both physically and mentally.

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Seven ways to treat varicose veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly occur in the lower legs.

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How menopause affects your mental health and wellbeing

Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life when the ovaries stop working completely.

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What to expect during menopause

Menopause is a natural part of ageing in women when periods stop and getting pregnant naturally is no longer possible.

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