When seeking health care, all women have different experiences and outcomes. While you may feel that your individual experience is only indicative of your personal journey, you’ll likely find that your story links to that of another woman – truly, we’re all in this together. It’s so important that we share our stories (when comfortable) […]
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Endometriosis is a condition that affects 1 in 10 Australian women, yet it’s still misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and often left untreated. We answer a few of your questions about endo below, and remind our readers that painful periods are not normal. You need to see your GP if the pain persists; you may have endo, and
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Throughout the journey of womanhood, our bodies undergo continuous changes as we progress life through different stages. During these transitions, seeking assistance from medical professionals can be essential to restore our health and ensure a high quality of life. Urinary incontinence is one condition that many women experience as they age, with approximately 38% of
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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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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
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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
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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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Teaching safe sex is an important awareness campaign to save our youth from the potential tragic side effects hidden diseases. Nearly half of all STI cases in Australia affect people between 15 and 24 years of age, so it’s important to learn about the dangers while we’re still young. Here are things you need to
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