Understanding oestriol (E3)
Oestriol is a weak oestrogen, useful for topical application in instances where there is low oestrogen (like menopause).
Review: Gynoflor – how and why it works
Gynoflor is a combination of oestrogen and lactobacilli used to repopulate the vagina after treatment for infections.
Should I get an abortion?
Ideas for helping you decide if you want to have an abortion or not.
What ‘being a virgin’ actually means (and doesn’t mean)
Being a virgin is a complicated business these days.
Endometrial adenomyosis
Adenomyosis is where your period-producing cells (endometrial cells) end up trapped in the wall of your uterus. This can occur due to surgery that inadvertently pushes an endometrial cell into the wall of the uterus, leaving it to develop there.
Endometrial hyperplasia
Endometrial hyperplasia is the overgrowth of the 'period-producing' cells in your uterus, causing heavy periods, mid-cycle spotting and bleeding, and an excessive risk of cancers of the cervix and uterus.
Causes of heavy periods
Heavy periods can be caused by (paradoxically) being low in iron, having hormonal imbalances, or even having liver issues.
Aunt Vadge: my boyfriend touches me and I swell up
Her vulva swelled up to four times its normal size after being fingered by her boyfriend. What has happened?
How to remove an ingrown hair on your bikini line
Clear instructions for removing an ingrown hair from your bikini line, and tips to prevent it in future.
Cervical polyps
Cervical polyps are of unknown origin, are usually benign, and can be removed easily.
Cervical and uterine fibroids
Fibroids are a growth on uterine or cervical tissue that is driven by oestrogen, so while there are some drastic surgical options, managing oestrogen should be the first port of call.
Checking out your own cervix
Instructions on how to take a look at your own cervix.
Nabothian cysts
Nabothian cysts are considered to be benign and normal for the most part, and do not require any treatment. Nabothian cysts appear on the surface of the cervix.
A normal cervix and how to care for it
Your cervix is the gatekeeper to the uterus, blocking and allowing entry as required, and changing across your menstrual cycle.
Cervical ectropion (cervical erosion, cervical ectopy)
Cervical ectropion (or erosion) is where cells are wrongly replaced by mucous-producing cells on the cervix, resulting in excessive vaginal discharge.
What is a whiff test? BV diagnostics
The whiff test is used to get a positive diagnosis for BV.
How to have sex 101
Don't know how to have sex? We explain.
A serious chat about your flaps – understanding labiaplasty
Love 'em or hate 'em, your labia are yours, and you can have a labiaplasty if you want to! A long read about labiaplasty.
Labiaplasty – labia minora or labia majora surgery
We provide a clear explanation of labiaplasty of the labia minora and majora, including the techniques used for surgery and what you can expect after surgery.
How to perform cunnilingus on a woman
The basics of the fine art of cunnilingus explained.