Dr Nikki, Author at The Female Health Doctor

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

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? How to Stop Adhesive Reactions and Skin Irritation

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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: Benefits, Side Effects & Fitting | Nexplanon Guide

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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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Testosterone for women

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There is so much online about testosterone for women, but what is it exactly? Here’s what you need to know. What is testosterone? Testosterone is a hormone that people traditionally think just belongs to men, but it doesn’t! Women have it too. In fact, women produce 3-4 more testosterone in their body than oestrogen during

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Oestrogen Dominance: Symptoms, Acne, Hot Flushes and How to Restore Hormonal Balance

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Oestrogen is one of the most important hormones in women’s health. It plays a vital role in regulating the menstrual cycle, supporting bone density, maintaining cardiovascular health, and influencing mood, skin health, and brain function. However, when oestrogen is not adequately balanced by progesterone, it can lead to a hormonal pattern often referred to as

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Low Ferritin in Women: Why “Normal” Levels Can Still Cause Symptoms

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Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional problems affecting women, and certainly really commonly seen in our clinic, yet it is frequently misunderstood and missed. Many women are told their blood tests are “normal” despite ongoing symptoms such as fatigue, hair thinning, breathlessness, or brain fog. One key reason is that iron and

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Surrogacy in the UK: What You Really Need to Know Before You Start

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Surrogacy is becoming a more visible and talked-about path to parenthood, but for many people, it’s still one of the least understood. I sat down with two specialist fertility and surrogacy solicitors to unpack what surrogacy in the UK actually involves, what often surprises people, and why getting the right advice early can make all

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Progesterone Intolerance: Symptoms, Causes and What You Can Do

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Progesterone intolerance is an increasingly recognised reason why some women feel worse rather than better during the second half of their menstrual cycle, when starting contraception, or when using hormone replacement therapy (HRT). If progesterone is meant to be the “calming” hormone, why does it sometimes cause anxiety, low mood, rage, bloating, or a sense

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Drospirenone Explained: Slynd, Yasmin, Eloine & Drovelis – Uses, Benefits and Risks

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Drospirenone is a type of progestogen used in several contraceptive pills available in the UK. You’ll most commonly see it in: Slynd: a progestogen-only pill Yasmin, Eloine, and Drovelis: combined oral contraceptive pills (contain drospirenone + an oestrogen) This guide explains what drospirenone is, why it’s used, when it may help clinically (including some off-licence

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What Is Pelvic Pain? Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help

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Pelvic pain is a common concern for many women, but it’s often misunderstood or dismissed. At The Female Health Doctor Clinic in Milton Keynes, we’re passionate about empowering women with evidence-based advice and personalised care. In this guide, we’ll explore what pelvic pain is, what causes it, and how you can find relief. What Is

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