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Vegan-Friendly HRT and Contraception: A Complete UK Guide

Contraception, Lifestyle and Wellness, Menopause and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency /

By Dr Nikki Ramskill, MRCOG, MRCGP, DFSRH, LoC-IUT, GP and British Menopause Society Registered Menopause Specialist | The Female Health Doctor Clinic If you follow a vegan lifestyle, you probably check the ingredients in your food, skincare and cosmetics. But have you ever wondered whether your contraception or hormone replacement therapy (HRT) contains animal products?

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A Parent’s Guide to Girls’ Puberty: Understanding What’s Normal, What to Expect, and When to Seek Medical Advice

Contraception, Lifestyle and Wellness, Period Problems and Pelvic Pain /

Watching your daughter grow up is an exciting milestone, but it can also bring plenty of questions. Every girl develops differently, and it is completely normal to wonder whether the changes you’re noticing are part of healthy development. One of the most reassuring things to know is that puberty is a journey, not a single

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Why Does Progesterone Make Me Tired? Alternatives to Utrogestan Explained

Contraception, Menopause and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency, Mental Health /

Why Does Progesterone Make Me Feel Tired? Understanding Utrogestan, HRT and Alternative Options Many women are surprised when they start hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and find that whilst their oestrogen symptoms improve, they suddenly feel more tired, sluggish, or less motivated to exercise. If you’ve ever thought: “Progesterone makes me feel exhausted.” “I can’t train

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EndoSure Test Milton Keynes: A Faster Way to Get Answers for Pelvic Pain

Fertility, Lifestyle and Wellness, Period Problems and Pelvic Pain /

If you’ve been dealing with pelvic pain for months… or even years… you’ll know how frustrating it is. You get told it’s “normal”.>You get given pain relief.>You get sent away. And you’re still left wondering what’s actually going on. You’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone. What Is the EndoSure Test? The EndoSure

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Vaginal Dryness: Causes, Treatments & What Actually Works (Including Non-Hormonal Options)

Lifestyle and Wellness, Menopause and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency /

What is vaginal dryness? Vaginal dryness is incredibly common, yet we often shy away from talking about it. It can feel like: Dryness or irritation Pain or discomfort during sex Burning or itching Recurrent infections A sense that things feel “different” or less sensitive For some women, it’s mild. For others, it can significantly affect

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Ovarian Cancer Screening

Why Isn’t There Ovarian Cancer Screening in the UK? (And Should You Have Annual Scans?)

Female Cancers /

Ovarian cancer is one of the most feared gynaecological cancers, and understandably so. My own nana died of ovarian cancer when I was 6, and it has shaped every decision I have made since. Sadly it is still often diagnosed at a later stage because symptoms can be vague. This leaves many women (including me)

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Endometriosis Explained: A Chronic Inflammatory Disease, Not Just “Bad Periods”

Fertility, Period Problems and Pelvic Pain /

For many years, endometriosis has been described in a very simple way: “womb lining growing outside the uterus.” While that explanation is technically related to the condition, it fails to capture the true complexity of endometriosis, and it certainly doesn’t reflect the experience of millions of women living with it. Endometriosis is increasingly understood as

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Itchy HRT Patch

Itchy HRT Patch? How to Stop Adhesive Reactions and Skin Irritation

Menopause and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency /

Why Is My HRT Patch Itchy? If you’ve searched: “HRT patch causing itching” “Red rash under oestrogen patch” “Allergic reaction to HRT patch adhesive” “Can I be allergic to my menopause patch?” You’re not alone. Hormone Replacement Therapy patches are a popular and effective way to deliver oestrogen during perimenopause and menopause. They provide steady

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Contraceptive implant UK

Contraceptive Implant UK: Benefits, Side Effects & Fitting | Nexplanon Guide

Contraception /

What Is the Contraceptive Implant? The contraceptive implant (commonly known as Nexplanon) is a small, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm that provides long-acting, reversible contraception for up to three years. It releases a steady dose of progestogen to prevent pregnancy and is one of the most effective forms of contraception

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