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July 25, 2023

Blood after intercourse: what can it mean?;

Bleeding after sexual intercourse is not rare. On the contrary, it happens to many women or young girls, making them often feel ashamed, embarrassed and not knowing how to react in front of their partner. Add to that the fact that blood can be an indication of something...

March 29, 2023

DYSMENORRHEA

Dysmenorrhea is defined as prolonged pains and cramps in the lower abdomen and pelvis just before and during the first few days of the period. For many women, period pains can be severe enough to interfere with daily activities for a few days each month....

March 29, 2023

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is the period of 4-6 days before menstruation when a wide variety of symptoms occur, such as mood swings, irritable breasts, increased food cravings, fatigue, nervousness and depression. It is estimated that up to 3 out of 4 menstruating women have experienced some form of premenstrual syndrome...

March 27, 2023

Period pains Period pains

What are period pains? Many women experience pain and discomfort during their period. For most, the pain and discomfort are not experienced so intensely that their daily lives are affected to a dysfunctional degree. In the majority of cases, no special attention or prescription is required...

December 7, 2022

3rd trimester of pregnancy

What to expect as you get closer and closer to the completion of your pregnancy and the wonderful experience of the birth of your child! The third trimester of pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging. The size and position of your baby can start to make it difficult for you now...

June 29, 2022

Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills

What is it? Combination contraceptive pills, also known as “the female pill”, are preparations containing oestrogen and progesterone. Combination contraceptive pills prevent your ovaries from releasing their egg. They also cause changes in the quality of your cervical mucus and in your endometrium to prevent sperm from...