Women's Health

What is chronic pelvic pain? Chronic pelvic pain is lower abdominal and/or pelvic pain that has lasted for at least 6 months. It might be constant or come and go. The pain does not only occur with menstruation or sex and is not due to a pregnancy.   Chronic pelvic...

What is Nausea, Vomiting, and Hyperemesis in Pregnancy? Around 72% of women have symptoms such as nausea with or without vomiting during pregnancy. Its more common to start in the first trimester and varies from mild to moderate. Moderate symptoms impact quality of life and daily life, greatly.   Typically...

What will my healthcare team do to help my cope with my pregnancy loss? Your healthcare team can answer many of the medical questions you may have regarding the pregnancy loss. They are also able to provide some support and referrals to counselling to help you cope with the loss....

What is miscarriage? A miscarriage is a pregnancy loss that occurs within the fi­rst 20 weeks. This is usually confirmed with either blood tests or an ultrasound. Around one in fi­ve pregnancies miscarry and usually during the fi­rst 12 weeks. They are often unexpected. Having a miscarriage is not your...

What is Antenatal Care? Antenatal care is care given to women while they are pregnant. It includes regular check-ups and tests. This type of care is offered to all pregnant women. There are different types of antenatal care. The type recommended for you will depend on your health, previous birth experiences...

What is heavy menstrual bleeding? Heavy periods mean you bleed a lot during your normal menstrual cycle. They are common and affect many women. Most people lose 2 to 3 tablespoons of blood. Losing more than 5 tablespoons is a heavy period.   You may have a heavy period if:...

What is Postmenopausal Bleeding? Post-menopausal bleeding is any bleeding from the vagina that happens after menopause. You are in menopause for 12 months after your last period ends. Vaginal bleeding after menopause is not normal. There can be many reasons it is happening and some can be serious. Early detection...

What is Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)? Premenstrual syndrome, also known as PMS, is the physical and emotional changes some girls and women feel before their period. Some common signs of PMS may be: Cramps Feeling low or irritible Bloating (a swollen tummy) Back or breast pain Fatigue Headache Weight gain and...

What is Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding? Abnormal vaginal bleeding is bleeding that happens outside of your regular period, bleeding after sex, or after you’ve gone through menopause (when your periods have stopped for good). There are many reasons someone might have abnormal vaginal bleeding. It can happen because of changes in...

What is Menopause? Menopause is when a woman’s period ends due to hormone changes. Women experience menopause at around 50 years of age. Every woman will experience menopause in a different way. Common symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats and trouble sleeping.   Perimenopause refers to the time when your...