Understanding the intricate relationship between diet, lifestyle and gastrointestinal health is paramount for medical professionals, especially when addressing conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) that significantly impact women's health. Read More...

Ovarian reserve, defined by the quantity and quality of remaining oocytes within the ovaries, plays a pivotal role in female fertility. This article explores the concept of ovarian reserve, its impact on achieving pregnancy, and various factors influencing its decline, plus methods of assessment and potential management strategies. Read More...

Endometriosis affects one in seven women and is more common in certain groups, affecting 50% of women with chronic pelvic pain, 40% of women with subfertility and 25% of transgender men. Symptoms include pelvic pain, dysmenorrhoea, dyschezia, dyspareunia, fatigue and subfertility. Read More...

Endometriosis is a complex and often debilitating condition affecting millions worldwide. Characterised by the growth of endometrial-like tissue outside the uterus, it can lead to chronic pelvic pain, dysmenorrhoea, and infertility. Hormonal therapies are a cornerstone of endometriosis management, aiming to reduce oestrogen levels and alleviate symptoms. There remains an important clinical need for safe, highly effective, convenient medical treatments that can be used long term for endometriosis related pain, which may reduce the need for opioids and repeated surgery. Read More...

Several studies have recognised the menopausal symptoms such as joint pains, hot flushes and low morale impact significantly on the lives of women. Doctors need to appreciate the needs of individual women transitioning to menopause and perimenopause and assist in education and symptom management. Read More...

Breast density (also called mammographic breast density) is a term used to describe how relative amounts of breast tissue appear on a mammogram. Read More...