There are many reasons for bleeding in early pregnancy, including possible miscarriage. A less common reason for bleeding in the early weeks of pregnancy is an ectopic (also called a tubal) pregnancy, but often there is an innocent cause for…
Medications to treat PCOS
Author: Dr Peter England, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist This article covers medications to treat PCOS that your healthcare provider will consider for you. For more information about what Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is, you can first read the following articles: What…
PCOS and Fertility
Following on from the last article about PCOS, this article explains its impact on fertility. How does PCOS impact fertility and what treatments are available? You may not be ovulating with PCOS, and when you don’t ovulate, pregnancy will not…
What Is PCOS- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Author: Obstetrician Dr Peter England Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is regularly shortened to the term PCOS. It is important to diagnose PCOS correctly, for both your long- and short-term health implications. With appropriate treatment and diagnosis PCOS symptoms and implications can…
What is a Mirena?
A Mirena is a form of contraception belonging to the IUCD group. IUCDs are Intrauterine contraceptive devices and have been around since the1950s. Often known as IUDs, they come in two forms: non -hormonal (copper IUDs) and hormonally-based (Mirena and…