Endometriosis is a relatively common condition that may be associated with pelvic pain and difficulty conceiving.

Urinary incontinence is an involuntary loss of urine associated with urgency or strong desire to void.

Fibroids are benign growths of the muscle that makes up the womb. They are very common and may be present in up to 40% of women in the UK.

Pelvic pain is one of the most common symptoms experienced by women ranging from pain during the period to pain throughout the cycle.

Ovarian cysts are common and many resolve spontaneously. Most cysts are benign but its important to consider the possibility of cancerous change.

Heavy and/or irregular bleeding are relatively common problems and there are a number of potential causes most of which are benign and easily treated.

There are a range of factors that can affect a women’s ability to conceive, and several treatment options are available.

The average age for the menopause in the UK is 51 with a range from 45-55 and it heralds a number of changes to physiological mechanisms due to associated hormonal changes – principally reduction in oestrogen.

There are various common symptoms you should be on the lookout for when regularly checking for breast cancer.

Pelvic organ prolapse is when organs in the pelvis descend from their normal position and bulge into or protrude outside of the vagina.

Postpartum prolapse is where the pelvic organs descend from their normal position due to weakened pelvic floor muscles caused by pregnancy and childbirth.

Dyspareunia, or painful intercourse, is a common condition in women that can be caused by both physical and psychological factors.

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK, with around 55,500 women and 370 men diagnosed each year.