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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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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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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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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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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Is Endometriosis and Fatigue Affecting Your Life? Fatigue is one of the most common and most life-altering symptoms of endometriosis — yet it’s also one of the least understood. Many women describe tiredness so heavy it feels impossible to shake, even after rest. But because fatigue is linked to so many conditions, it can sometimes
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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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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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What Is the AMH Blood Test? The AMH blood test (Anti-Müllerian Hormone test) is a simple blood test that measures the level of AMH produced by the follicles inside your ovaries. AMH is one of the most reliable markers of ovarian reserve, essentially, it helps estimate how many eggs you have remaining. Unlike many other
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If you’re taking the combined contraceptive pill, you might be surprised to learn there is more than one safe and effective way to use it. While many people follow the traditional “21 days on, 7 days off” schedule, NHS guidance shows that alternative regimens, including extended use and continuous use, can be just as safe
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