Women’s health
The female body has its own life story and its needs change throughout that journey. We are here to guide you to make the right choices at the right time for a long and happy life.
See our Women's Life Stages for more information on being proactive with your health and wellbeing, or read our entire selection of Women's Health articles.
What happens during a mammogram?
Having a mammogram doesn't have to be a daunting experience. Nuffield Health's Professional Head of Mammography and Laser Safety, Sue Oliver, walks us through the exam.
Your guide to the pelvic floor
Pelvic floor muscles play a part in a range of women’s health issues, from urinary continence to sensitivity during sex. Hayley Saunders, Physiotherapist at Nuffield Health, explains why and how to look after your pelvic floor muscles.
How to combat incontinence this summer
For the majority of people summer is a time to enjoy the outdoors and let your hair down, however, for women who struggle to control their bladder, the thought of summer can bring on a lot of anxiety. Suzie Venn and Angela Birnie share their top tips to help women who are experiencing this.
Cervical smear results explained
Cervical smears are a key part of looking after your health, but women can be anxious about the results. Nuffield Health's Medical Executive Director, Dr Davina Deniszczyz, explains the seven types of smear results and what they mean for you.
How to make your own vitamin D face mask
You'll be amazed by how simple it is to make your own vitamin D mask at home. Revitalise your skin with this recipe from Nutritional Therapist Tracey Strudwick.
4 signs of endometriosis women should never ignore
Many women put up with these symptoms for years, not realising the damage they are doing to their health and fertility. Here's your need-to-know guide on the signs of endometriosis.
Whatever your symptoms you should see your GP for a proper diagnosis. Some common symptoms:
- Cervical abnormalities
- Pelvic pain
- Menopausal bleeding
- Menstrual bleeding
- Breast lumps
- Enlarged breasts
- Vulval lesions
Some common conditions and diseases that could match your symptoms:
- Menorrhagia
- Problem periods (menstrual disorders)
- Ovarian cysts
- Endometriosis
- Fibroids in the womb
- Breast diseases
- Benign Gynaecology
- Breast abscess
- Breast cancer
- Dyskaryosis
- Fallopian tube disorders
- Female genital skin disorders
- Gynaecological cancer
- Menopause
- Ovarian cancer
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS)
- Pelvic floor dysfuntion
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Recurrent miscarriage
- Unovulation
- Herpes
- Urinary incontinence
- Bladder Prolapse
We offer a range of tests and scans to help understand your needs. Some key tests and scans include:
- Cervical smear
- Abnormal smears
- Gynaecological biopsies
- Colposcopy
- Mammogram (breast screening)
- Breast ultrasound
- Cone biopsy
- Gynaecological ultrasound
- Hysterosalpinogram (HSG)
- Hysteroscopy
- Nuchal scan (Down's Syndrome Test)
- Ovarian screening
- Sentinel node biopsy
Getting treated as soon as possible can be easy. Some key treatments and procedures include:
- Ovarian cystectomy
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Adnexal surgery
- Breast oncology
- Breast reconstruction
- Capsulectomy
- Cold Coagulation
- Dilation and curettage (D&C)
- Endometrial ablation
- Endometrial resection
- Excision vaginal lumps
- Female sterilisation
- Female urology
- Hormone treatment for excess hair
- Hysterectomy
- Hysteroscopic surgery
- Labial reduction (labiaplasty)
- Lateral intercostal artery perforator (LICAP) Flap breast reconstruction
- LLETZ
- Mastectomy (breast removal)
- Hormonal coil
- Pelvic floor repair
- PMS clinic
- Pregnancy advisory service
- Reversal of sterilisation
- Vaginal Prolapse Surgery