Although medical intervention isn’t always necessary for those experiencing pain or heavy bleeding with menstruation, simple measures can often make a big difference to quality of life. GP Cathy Stephenson says GP teams are well placed to provide this as part of routine care of young people
Menopause can be a challenging time of life for women, many of whom seek relief from distressing symptoms that affect their function and quality of life. In this article, Susannah O’Sullivan describes how to tailor treatment to each individual woman, while remembering to engage them in discussion of other midlife health considerations
Women with endometriosis will often attempt to self-manage their condition with exercise and nutritional choices. Dietitian Sarah Munn describes the rationale behind dietary strategies that may provide some symptomatic relief
GP Jonathan Bentley discusses two patients, each with a different level of breast cancer risk, who decide to use a new technology for breast cancer screening
Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis describes the case of a normally healthy, middle-aged woman, who goes for a run and ends up being rushed to hospital
Polycystic ovary syndrome encompasses reproductive, metabolic and psychological elements that can result in long-term health problems. Dietitian Sarah Munn says it is a significant public health issue and one of the most common conditions among young women, with many remaining undiagnosed
Patients may prefer to see same-sex doctors regarding sexual health, but don’t let that make you ‘de-skilled’ in dealing with sexual matters of the opposite sex. GP Jonathan Bentley discusses his recent experience with a new female patient
Epilepsy is a common neurological condition encountered in general practice. This article, by Suzanne Davis and Elizabeth Walker, discusses recommendations regarding diagnosis and indications for starting anti-seizure medication. It also reviews self-management and lifestyle issues for people with epilepsy
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management