Women’s bodies are a source of awe-inspiring complexity, strength, and beauty. Throughout history, women have often been surrounded by a culture of silence and a lack of knowledge regarding their own bodies. From societal taboos to limited access to comprehensive education and healthcare, many women have been left in the dark about their bodies’ intricate […]
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In Australia, there are over 4.5 million women over 50 years of age – the approximate age for menopause onset. Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) refers to the various symptoms and changes that occur in the vagina, vulva and urinary tract during and after menopause due to decreased estrogen levels. Research shows that 50% to
For GPs – MonaLisa Touch Treatment: Its effectiveness and value in women’s health Read More »
MonaLisa Touch is fast becoming the talk of the town, and it is available at Northside Gynaecology. Northside Gynaecology in Brisbane is proud to offer a range of services to help women improve their sexual health and wellness. Among these services is the MonaLisa Touch, a non-surgical, non-hormonal laser therapy designed to help women who
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Northside Gynaecology was proud to host our annual GP Symposium at the Garden Marquee Room, at Victoria Park’s Function Centre on Tuesday, 28 March 2023. The program this year included Dr Caroline Wewengkang who spoke on ‘dilemma with ovarian mass’, Dr Liana Tanda spoke on ‘all you need to know about PCOS!’ and Dr
Her Wellness Symposium 2023 Read More »
Welcome to Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a chronic medical condition where the tissue that normally grows inside the uterus grows outside of it. This month, we stand with EndoWarriors, recognise their bravery, and work towards improving the diagnosis and treatment of this chronic medical condition. As discussion surrounding endometriosis is increased and you receive
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Northside Gynaecology’s 2022 GP Symposium: Gynaecology Through the Ages Northside Gynaecology was proud to host our annual GP Symposium at the Garden Marquee Room, at Victoria Park’s Function Centre. The topic for this year’s symposium was ‘Gynaecology Through the Ages’, and the program included talks by our specialist gynaecologists, Dr Archna Saraswat, Dr Liana
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Have you been experiencing heavier/more painful periods for several months in a row? Maybe you’ve had them for years and you’re wondering if anything can be done. While not life threatening or dangerous, heavy periods (otherwise known as menorrhagia) can devastate your life by causing you to miss work or social events. It’s often hard
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Endometriosis is a painful disorder where the tissue that lines the uterus starts to grow outside the uterus, affecting the ovaries and other pelvic organs. Common symptoms include heavy periods, painful intercourse, and infertility. One of the biggest problems with endometriosis is that it is difficult to diagnose. In fact, a surgeon needs to perform
Eating right for endo Read More »
18 months into the biggest pandemic of our lifetime, and our health is still at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Getting vaccinated is important to bring the health system under control, and taking charge of our mental health is proving to be the next major obstacle. But it is not just our mental health that
COVID-19 and its surprising effect on vaginal health Read More »
1. What is Perimenopause? Perimenopause is the transitional phase before the onset of menopause. The body starts to change (normally in your forties), and the reproductive organs signal the end of their fertile life cycle. 2. What are the symptoms of perimenopause? * Hot Flashes and night sweats * Mood changes * Vaginal Dryness *
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