دليل الموارد الصحية
العنف وسوء المعاملة
(5 items)Elder abuse
Elder abuse is defined by the World Health Organization as “a single or repeated act, or lack...
Female genital mutilation
Female genital mutilation, or cutting, is any procedure that involves partial or total removal of, or injury...
إصابات الذراع
(4 items)العناية بجبيرتك
How do I look after my cast? It is important to let the case fully dry. Arm plaster casts can...
كسر الترقوة
A clavicle fracture is a break in the collar bone. Your collar bone is one of the...
تمارين للذراع واليد المجبّرة
Why is this important? Your wrist has been put in a cast to stop it from moving so the bones...
خلع وعدم استقرار الكتف
A shoulder dislocation is when the upper arm bone comes out of the shoulder blade socket. Shoulder...
أمراض الدم
(8 items)نزف أو كدمات غير طبيعية
It’s normal to bruise or bleed after an injury. Abnormal bleeding or bruising is when you bruise...
الورم النقوي
Myeloma, also called multiple myeloma, is a type of blood cancer affecting plasma cells. Plasma cells are...
Nose bleed (Epistaxis)
Epistaxis is another name for nose bleeds. It is a common problem in both children and adults....
Septic Arthritis
Septic arthritis is an infection in a joint. Somehow bacteria has spread to the joint or bones...
السرطان
(24 items)اللوكيميا الحادّة
Acute leukaemia is a type of blood cancer that develops quickly. If you have acute leukaemia, your...
Bowel cancer screening
Early diagnosis helps reduce the number of Australians who die each year from bowel cancer. The National...
Breast cancer follow up
Follow up with your care team is recommended after treatment for breast cancer. They will check whether...
Breast cancer survivorship
Breast cancer survival rates are improving. This means that are more and more women who are...
فحص عنق الرحم
Cervical screening is a test that checks for early signs of cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is...
سرطان الدم الليمفاوي المزمن (CLL)
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) is a type of blood and bone marrow cancer. The bone marrow is...
Familial cancer syndromes
When a gene changes, it increases the risk of cancer in a family. This is called a...
سرطان الرأس والرقبة
Head and neck cancer is a general term used for different types of cancers that develop in...
Life after cancer
After treatment for cancer ends, you will have regular appointments with your GP to monitor your health....
سرطان الغدد الليمفاوية
Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system helps the body...
Multidisciplinary teams in cancer care
When you have been diagnosed with cancer, you will be cared for by a whole team of...
الورم النقوي
Myeloma, also called multiple myeloma, is a type of blood cancer affecting plasma cells. Plasma cells are...
سرطان المريء
Oesophageal cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells that line the oesophagus. The...
Self-care for people with cancer
Living with cancer impacts your physical and emotional health in many ways. It’s normal to face challenges...
نمو الطفل
(20 items)المعالم الدالة على النمو السليم
GPs use milestones to track your child’s development. Milestones are the skills and tasks children can do...
Enuresis
Enuresis is involuntary bedwetting during sleep in a child under 5 years old. It is a common...
Eye problems in children
Eye problems are common in children. These problems can happen because of injury, infection or begin at...
Inguinal hernia (Lumps or Swelling in Children)
An inguinal hernia is a lump that occurs in the groin. Lumps in the groin area in...
Misshapen or flat head (Plagiocephaly)
Plagiocephaly (misshapen or flat head) is when a baby has an uneven or flat spot on their...
Newborn checks
Newborn checks are routine assessments of all infants at 1 to 4 weeks of life, and 6...
Penis and Foreskin in Children
The foreskin is the loose skin at the head of the penis. The foreskin usually won’t pull...
Preterm and low birth weight in infants
Preterm infants are born before 37 weeks of gestation. Low-birth-weight infants are babies weighing under 2500g at...
قصر القامة لدى الأطفال
A child with short stature is much shorter than other children of the same age. When a...
نوبات الغضب
Temper tantrums, also known as tantrums, are emotional outbursts. If your child is having a tantrum, they...
Torticollis
Torticollis is a when a baby has its head is tilted to one side. It is usually...
Tounge-tie
Tongue-tie is a condition which is present at birth. It is when the band which connects the...
Umbilical Hernia
An umbilical hernia is a lump under the belly button. You might find it after the baby...
Undescended Testes
Undescended testes is when a testicle hasn’t moved into the bag of skin below the penis (the...
Unsettled or crying baby
It is very common for a baby to cry a lot during the first 12 months. This...
صحة الطفل البدنية
(15 items)لقاح السل
The BCG vaccine is the vaccine for tuberculosis, also known as TB. Tuberculosis is a serious bacterial...
Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common type of viral chest infection. It usually happens in babies under 12 months...
Diabetes in children
Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) disease. It happens when there is a high level of glucose (sugar)...
Eczema in children
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition causing dry, itchy skin that can become...
Eye problems in children
Eye problems are common in children. These problems can happen because of injury, infection or begin at...
Foreign objects inhaled
It is very common for small children to put items in their mouths, and then potentially inhale...
Headaches in children
Headaches are a common pain syndrome seen in children, along with recurrent abdominal and leg pains. The...
Heart murmur in children and adolescents
A heart murmur is when the blood makes an extra noise in the heart. Normal heart sounds...
Neck lumps in children
It is very common for children to develop lumps in their necks. The most common cause is...
Pain Relief for Children with Acute Pain
Acute pain is pain that has been present for under 6 weeks. Acute pain usually comes on...
النشاط البدني عند الأطفال
Regular physical activity is essential for your child’s health, growth and development. Kids need to be active...
كوفيد - 19
(5 items)Coronavirus and aged care facilities
A COVID-19 outbreak is a serious health risk for people who live in residential aged care facilities....
How to manage COVID-19 at home
Can I manage my COVID-19 at home? South Western Sydney is moving towards people self-managing their COVID-19 infection. This is...
الجاليات المتنوعة ثقافيا ولغويا
(2 items)Refugee Health Assessment for Adults
A refugee health assessment is a detailed check of a person who has arrived in Australia as...
Refugee Health Assessment for Children and Adolescents
The refugee health assessment is a detailed check of a child or adolescent who has arrived in...
داء السكري
(17 items)Diabetes and driving
Patients with diabetes may be taking medication which increases the risk of high blood sugar while driving. ...
Diabetes in children
Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) disease. It happens when there is a high level of glucose (sugar)...
إرشادات لتخزين الأنسولين والتعامل معه
Storage Vials and cartridges of insulin not currently being used should be stored in the refrigerator (2 to 8 degrees)...
Self-monitoring blood glucose
Self-monitoring of blood glucose is recommended for all people with type 1 diabetes. It is also recommended...
الحمية ونمط المعيشة
(10 items)Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome (myalgic encephalitis) is a chronic disease that can affect many of the bodies systems....
موارد عن التغذية
Scroll down for recommended resources to guide you towards eating a healthier diet.
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin D deficiency means you don’t have enough vitamin D in your body. Vitamin D helps our...
Weight management in adults
Managing your weight can lower your risk of developing health conditions. Overweight and obesity is associated with conditions...
المخدرات والكحول
(8 items)الكوكايين وعقار النشوة (إكستاسي) والعقاقير الأخرى
Cocaine and ecstasy are two commonly used illegal drugs. These drugs are damaging to your health and...
علاج إدمان المواد الأفيونية
Opioid dependence treatment is treatment for people who are dependent on opioids. Opioids are pain-relieving medications. There...
Ear, nose and throat conditions
(2 items)Ear Infections
Ear infection happens when fluid builds up behind the ear drum. They are very common in children...
Eye conditions
(6 items)Cataracts
A cataract is when the lens in your eye becomes cloudy. Inside our eyes, we have a...
Eye problems in children
Eye problems are common in children. These problems can happen because of injury, infection or begin at...
Mitochondrial disease
Mitochondrial disease is caused by a problem with one or more of the genes that make up...
Red eye
Redness of the eye is common. It can occur in one or both eyes. It happens when...
Vision loss
Vision loss means a person cannot see things like they used to, or they cannot see things...
إصابات القدم والكاحل
(5 items)إصابات القدم وأصابعها
There are many things which can cause foot or toe pain and injury. Most foot and toe...
ألم القدم
Foot pain can affect the toes, midfoot, ankles, arches and heel. There are many types and causes...
الأمراض المعوية
(13 items)Bowel cancer screening
Early diagnosis helps reduce the number of Australians who die each year from bowel cancer. The National...
Bowel polyps
A bowel polyp is an abnormal growth on the inside of the large bowel. Approximately 50% of...
Coeliac Disease
Coeliac disease is an autoimmune disease. It happens when the immune system reacts badly to gluten. Gluten...
الإصابة بالإمساك
Constipation is when you find it hard to empty your bowel (have a bowel movement). It will...
Gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis (gastro) is a common condition which affects the gut. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain and...
Gastroenteritis
Acute gastroenteritis or gastro is the sudden onset of loose poo known as diarrhoea. Some people may...
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is the name for two conditions. They are both caused by a problem...
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is when your gut is irritated. Around one in five Australian experience IBS...
Splenomegaly
The spleen is on the left side of the belly. It filters the blood and removes abnormal...
نقص فيتامين ب12
Vitamin B12 deficiency occurs when you don’t have enough vitamin B12 in your body. Our bodies need...
الأمراض الوراثية
(5 items)Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic fatigue syndrome (myalgic encephalitis) is a chronic disease that can affect many of the bodies systems....
Mitochondrial disease
Mitochondrial disease is caused by a problem with one or more of the genes that make up...
إصابات الرسغ واليد
(7 items)Dislocated finger
A dislocated finger is a common hand injury. It happens when the bones in the finger are...
تقفع دوبويتران
Dupuytren’s contracture is a condition that occurs when the skin under your hand gradually becomes thick and...
العُقد العصبية
Ganglia are small cysts. They contain a thick jelly-like material called synovial fluid. Ganglia are also called...
جبيرة الإصبع
A mallet splint is designed to keep your finger tip in an over-extended position to allow the...
الإصبع الزنادي
If you have trigger finger, your finger may get stuck or locked after flexing. Trigger finger is...
Heart health
(6 items)Heart murmur in children and adolescents
A heart murmur is when the blood makes an extra noise in the heart. Normal heart sounds...
التقليل من خطر الإصابة بأمراض القلب والأوعية الدموية
Cardiovascular disease is a term for a range of diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels....
التطعيم
(6 items)الآثار السلبية بعد التحصين
Adverse Events Following Immunisation (AEFIs) is the term used to describe certain medical issues that people may...
لقاح السل
The BCG vaccine is the vaccine for tuberculosis, also known as TB. Tuberculosis is a serious bacterial...
تلقي اللقاح لأغراض السفر
Travel vaccinations are vaccines that protect against the serious diseases you may encounter when travelling overseas. Overseas...
الأمراض المعدية
(6 items)الحصبة
Measles is a viral disease that spreads easy and can cause severe problems. It remains a common...
Meningitis
Meningitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. It is very rare but serious. If...
Osteomyelitis
Osteomyelitis is swelling of the bone. It happens when germs (bacteria) spreads from the blood stream to...
Rabies and bat lyssavirus
Rabies and Australian bat lyssavirus are viruses that spread through bites or scratches from infected animals. These...
Staphylococcal (Staph) Infections
Staphylococcus aureus (or ‘staph’) and Group A streptococcus (GAS) are kinds of bacteria which can be found...
Zika virus
Zika is a virus that spreads through infected mosquito bites. It can also be sexually transmitted. In...
أمراض المثانة والكلى
(6 items)Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary or accidental leakage of urine. This affects 30% to 50% of...
إصابات الساق
(3 items)ألم قصبة الساق
The shin bone (tibia) is the large bone at the front of the lower leg. Shin pain...
أمراض الكبد
(5 items)Jaundice in babies
Jaundice in babies is common. Signs of jaundice in a baby include yellow skin, yellow eyes, fatigue...
الخدمات الصحية المحلية
(6 items)Community Health Centres
Community Health Centres are open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm.
Emergency care
Note: For emergencies, dial 000 and ask for AMBULANCE.
Multicultural services and translated resources
This page lists resources on many health conditions with translations for non-English speakers. Scroll down to find information from children’s...
أمراض الرئة
(11 items)Breathlessness (Dysponea)
Breathlessness is shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing. It can happen for a number of reasons, including:...
Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common type of viral chest infection. It usually happens in babies under 12 months...
Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that mostly affects your lungs, pancreas and sweat glands. It causes...
خطة التصرف عند إنقطاع الأنفاس
The Shortness of Breath Action Plan shows different ways to manage your breathlessness. It is completed with...
Silicosis
Silica is a common mineral which can be found in bricks, tiles and concrete. Silica can become...
Whooping cough (Pertussis)
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a life-threatening infection in vulnerable people. Symptoms are similar to...
الإجراءات الطبية
(6 items)Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy uses a long, snake like tube with a light and camera to look inside the...
علاج نقص الحديد
Iron therapy is when you receive iron through an injection into a vein. This is also called...
Vaginal pessaries
A vaginal pessary is a removable device that is put into the vagina. It is used to...
الاختبارات الطبية
(24 items)Biliary scan
A Biliary scan is a test to detect certain diseases of the gall bladder. It provides information...
Bone scan
A bone scan is useful in diagnosing and assessing a wide range of bone and joint diseases....
Colon transit scan
A Colon Transit scan is a test to examine if there is a problem with the movement...
Gallium scan
A Gallium Scan is a test that is used to detect a number of diseases including infections,...
Gastric emptying scan
A Gastric Emptying Scan is a test to examine if there is a problem with the movement...
Gated heart pool scan
A gated heart pool scan looks at how well the heart is pumping. It may be performed...
تصوير الكبد والطحال بالنظائر المشعة
A Liver-Spleen scan is a test to examine the liver and/or the spleen for abnormalities. This test...
Lung (V/Q) scan
A lung (V/Q) scan is also known as a lung ventilation and perfusion scan. This test is...
MIBG scan
An MIBG Scan is a test that is used to detect various tumours of the neuro-endocrine system....
مسح نضح عضلة القلب
A Myocardial Perfusion Scan (also known as a Sestamibi Scan) is a test to examine the blood...
التصوير الومضائي لمستقبلات السوماتوستاتين
An Octreotide scan is a test that is used to detect various tumours of the neuro-endocrine system....
تصوير الغدة الجار درقية
A Parathyroid scan is a test to identify and localise overactive parathyroid gland(s). What do I...
Positron emission tomography scan
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) detects and measures glucose metabolism within the body. PET scans can diagnose certain...
Radioiodine total body search
A Radioiodine Total Body Search detects the presence of residual thyroid tissue or cancer spread in patients...
تصوير الكبد بكرويات الدم الحمراء
Liver masses are often found by other tests such as ultrasound or CT scans. An RBC Liver...
التعافي من عملية جراحية بالمنظار
Laparoscopic, or keyhole surgery, involves 3-4 small incisions (cuts) up to 1cm long in the abdomen (stomach)....
Renal cortex scan
A renal cortex scan is also known as a DSMA renal scan. The scan examines the functioning...
Renal scan
A renal scan looks at kidney blood flow and function. It can give information that cannot be...
فحص العقدة الليمفاوية الخافرة
What is a sentinel lymph node? Lymph is fluid that escapes from blood vessels into the tissues. It travels in...
تصوير الغدة الدرقية
A thyroid scan shows the function and structure of the thyroid gland. It can give information not...
الموجات فوق الصوتية
An ultrasound scan creates a real-time picture of the inside of the body using sound waves. Ultrasound...
فحص خلايا الدم البيضاء
A white blood cell scan is a test used to detect areas of infection in the body...
الصحة العقلية
(26 items)Antipsychotic medications
Psychosis is a serious mental health condition. It is when a person cannot tell the difference between...
القلق
Anxiety is when you feel anxious or stressed without a clear reason. It is the most common...
الاكتئاب
Depression is a mental health condition that affects your mood. One in six people will experience depression...
اضطرابات الاكل
Eating disorders are mental health conditions that cause a person to develop disordered or extreme eating habits....
الصحة النفسية أثناء الكوارث
A disaster can include heatwaves, bushfires, droughts, floods, severe storms and tropical cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis and landslides....
Mental health treatment plan
A mental health treatment plan is written for people with mental ill-health. If you have mental health...
الذهان
Psychosis is a serious mental health condition affecting the mind. People with psychosis can experience an altered...
الجهاز العصبي
(3 items)Medicinal Cannabis
Medicinal cannabis comes from the cannabis plant (also called marijuana). Most medicinal cannabis contains cannabidiol (CBD) and...
Neurological disorders
(7 items)ADHD in adults
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that affects how people behave. People with ADHD...
Headaches in adults
Headaches are very common and usually not concerning. Many people can treat their headache with over-the-counter pain...
صحة كبار السن
(14 items)Before entering a Residential Aged Care Home (RACH)
Before entering a Residential Aged Care Home (RACH) it is important for your GP to look at...
Cataracts
A cataract is when the lens in your eye becomes cloudy. Inside our eyes, we have a...
Elder abuse
Elder abuse is defined by the World Health Organization as “a single or repeated act, or lack...
التقييم الصحي لكبار السن
An over 75s health assessment is a yearly test that helps your GP to: identify any health...
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone that makes it weaker and more likely to fracture. There...
الاعتناء بالنفس؛ لعائلات المرضى والقائمين على رعايتهم، في الرعاية التلطيفية
Caring for someone who has a life-limiting illness is hard but rewarding. It is normal to feel...
Shingles
Shingles is an infection. It is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. Shingles is most common...
اضطراب النوم في الرعاية التلطيفية
People nearing the end of their lives may have trouble sleeping. There are many reasons why sleep...
Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary or accidental leakage of urine. This affects 30% to 50% of...
معالجة الألم
(5 items)Headaches in adults
Headaches are very common and usually not concerning. Many people can treat their headache with over-the-counter pain...
Whiplash injuries
Whiplash happens when your head moves very quickly one way and then back again. It can happen...
الحمل
(27 items)حركة الجنين
Foetal movements is a term that refers to the baby’s movements in the womb during pregnancy. If...
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Around 72% of pregnant women experience nausea with or without vomiting during pregnancy. Usually it starts between...
ارتفاع ضغط الدم أثناء الحمل وتسمّم الحمل
Hypertension in pregnancy and pre-eclampsia are two serious medical conditions that can occur at any stage during...
Improving breast milk supply
Sometimes, women have a low breastmilk supply after birth. There are many reasons why a woman’s breast...
Medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Most medicines are safe to take at the recommended dose while breast feeding. Tell your doctor if...
الصحة النفسية والحمل
Pregnancy can be an emotional time for many women. It’s not uncommon for pregnant women to experience...
زيادة الوزن أثناء الحمل
During pregnancy, some weight gain is normal. How much weight you gain depends on what you weighed...
العناية الروتينية السابقة للولادة
Routine antenatal care refers to the regular appointments and tests you have during your pregnancy. You’ll need...
الصحة الجنسية
(18 items)إفراز مهبلي غير طبيعي
If you are having more vaginal discharge than usual, it may be a sign that something is...
التهاب البربخ والخصية
Epididymo-orchitis is inflammation of the testes and epididymides (tubes attached to each testicle). Epididymo-orchitis can be mild...
Genital Ulcers
Genital ulcers are small sores on your penis, vagina or anus. They can be caused by infections...
Permanent Contraception (Steralisation)
Permanent contraception stops a person from being able to reproduce. There is an option for people with...
Thrush (Vulvovaginal candidiasis)
Vulvovaginal candidiasis is a fungal infection in the vagina. It is caused by a growth of candida...
إفرازات مجرى البول لدى الذكور
In males, the urethra is the tube that carries urine and semen through the penis. Sometimes, you...
الأمراض الجلدية
(12 items)مسامير القدم والدُشبذات
Corns and calluses are areas of thick, hard skin. They mostly form on the feet and toes....
الثآليل والثآليل الأخمصية
Warts and verrucas are small, hard lumps on the skin. They are caused by different strains of...
دعم الصحة
(25 items)Blood in urine (Haematuria)
Haematuria is when there is blood in the urine. It can be: Visible: It is possible to...
Carer supports
Caring for a friend or family member can be a difficult, challenging task. Many people provide informal...
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs is a government department that offers support for people who have served...
Disability support services
Disability support services are services that help people with disabilities, their families and carers. The Australian government...
Driving and vehicle assessment
If you have a medical condition that could affect your ability to drive safely, you will need...
Energy rebates for medical equipment and low income households
Low Income Household Energy Rebate The NSW Government provides assistance measures to help households with their energy costs. Eligibility for...
Food allergy and intolerance
A food allergy is when the immune system responds to an allergen (an ingredient that is usually harmless)...
Hand hygiene
Hand hygiene is the process of cleaning your hands with soap and water to prevent spreading diseases....
ضربة الشمس
Heatstroke happens when your body gets too hot. It is more common in summer due to the...
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is due to an overactive thyroid. The thyroid is a gland in the neck. It makes...
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is when you have an underactive thyroid, causing it to produce lower than normal amounts of...
Make the GP part of your family
What is a GP? GPs, or general practitioners, play a central role in the delivery of general health treatment and...
My Health Record
My Health Record is a secure online summary of your health information. The record keeps information about...
برنامج التأمين الوطني للمعاقين
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) offers financial support for Australians who have permanent and significant disability....
Organ and tissue donation
Organ and tissue donation is the process of donating your organs and tissues to people who are...
Polypharmacy
Polypharmacy is when people are taking five or more medications each day. These can be prescribed, over...
Positive FOBT result
A Faecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) looks for blood in your bowel motion (poo). A positive result...
الاستعداد لموجة الحر
A heatwave is when there are more than three days in a row with a temperature above...
Return to work after an illness
Returning to work after an illness can be challenging, but your GP is here to help. Returning...
Self-care for people with cancer
Living with cancer impacts your physical and emotional health in many ways. It’s normal to face challenges...
Self-monitoring blood glucose
Self-monitoring of blood glucose is recommended for all people with type 1 diabetes. It is also recommended...
Your Healthcare Journey
You are the centre of your healthcare journey You are the best person to be in charge of your own...
الإجراءات الجراحية
(5 items)Bariatric surgery options
Weight management surgery refers to a surgical intervention designed to reduce the size of the stomach to...
الخروج من المستشفى المستند إلى المعايير
Many people find hospital a worrying and confusing time. Not knowing when they will leave the hospital...
استئصال المرارة بالمنظار
A laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the removal of the gallbladder and gallstones by keyhole surgery. Sometimes, the surgeon...
صحة النساء
(34 items)Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Abnormal vaginal bleeding includes intermenstrual bleeding, postcoital bleeding, and postmenopausal bleeding. These are symptoms, not a diagnosis....
Breast engorgement
Breast engorgement is swelling of the breast. It may happen when you start breastfeeding and can also...
فحص عنق الرحم
Cervical screening is a test that checks for early signs of cervical cancer. When cervical cancer is...
Chronic pelvic pain
Chronic pelvic pain is abdominal and/or pelvic pain that has lasted for at least 6 months. It...
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is an inflammatory illness with lesions of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus. It can cause pelvic...
Female genital mutilation
Female genital mutilation, or cutting, is any procedure that involves partial or total removal of, or injury...
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Heavy menstrual bleeding means a heavy period. This can affect a woman’s quality of life. Most menstrual...
Improving breast milk supply
Sometimes, women have a low breastmilk supply after birth. There are many reasons why a woman’s breast...
Mastitis and breast abscess
Mastitis is swelling in the breast. Most times, it is caused by an infection. It usually happens...
Menopause
Menopause is defined as not having a period for more than a year in a non-pregnant woman....
Pelvic organ prolapse
Pelvic organ prolapse is when one or more pelvic organs bulge into the vagina. This happens when...
Period pain (dysmenorrhoea)
Dysmenorrhoea means a painful period. It is common but often under-diagnosed or treated. It can make life...
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder. It often affects young women’s metabolism and...
Postmenopausal bleeding
Postmenopausal bleeding is any bleeding from the vagina that happens after menopause. Around one in ten women...
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is the physical and psychological symptoms that happen each menstrual cycle. They happen during the...
Sore, Tender and Damaged Nipples
Nipple pain is common in the early days of breastfeeding. It generally improves after the first few...
Subfertility
Fertility means how easy it is for someone to have a baby. Subfertility is when a person...
Thrush (Vulvovaginal candidiasis)
Vulvovaginal candidiasis is a fungal infection in the vagina. It is caused by a growth of candida...
Urethritis
Urethritis is an inflammation of the urethra (the tube which takes urine from the bladder to outside...
Urinary incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary or accidental leakage of urine. This affects 30% to 50% of...
Vaginal pessaries
A vaginal pessary is a removable device that is put into the vagina. It is used to...
Vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is long lasting pain of the vulva without an obvious cause. It can include burning, stinging,...
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A burn injury occurs when skin is injured by heat. Common causes of a burn injury include...