Yes, abortion can temporarily affect your periods. After an abortion, your body needs time to adjust to changes in pregnancy hormones and resume its menstrual cycle. Your first period may arrive earlier or later than expected, and you may notice changes in menstrual flow, cramps or the duration of bleeding. Dr Shilpa Agarwal explains that […]
For many first time mothers, the thought of labour brings a mixture of excitement and concern, particularly when it comes to managing pain. One common question during pregnancy is whether it is possible to have a normal delivery without experiencing severe labour pain. The answer is yes, vaginal birth with effective pain relief is possible. […]
Losing interest in sex or finding that intimacy no longer feels as enjoyable as it once did can be confusing. You may wonder whether your hormones have changed, whether stress is affecting your relationship or whether something is wrong with your health. The truth is that low sexual desire in women can have several causes, […]
Pubic hair is a natural part of a woman’s body, but questions about its role in vaginal health are common. Some women prefer to remove it for personal comfort, while others choose to keep it. But does pubic hair affect cleanliness or increase the risk of vaginal infections? Pubic hair does not make the vagina […]
Choosing between shaving and waxing for the bikini area is largely a matter of personal preference. However, if you are concerned about irritation, ingrown hairs or vaginal health, it is reasonable to wonder whether one method is safer than the other. The first thing to know is that removing pubic hair is not necessary for […]
If you are wondering whether a gynaecologist can tell that you have had sex just by examining you, you are certainly not the only person with this question. It is a concern that can make a first gynaecology appointment feel uncomfortable or even frightening. Some people worry that a doctor will be able to look […]
If you are trying to conceive, you may have wondered whether masturbation could reduce your chances of pregnancy. You may also have heard that excessive masturbation causes infertility, affects sperm quality, changes hormone levels, or interferes with ovulation. For both men and women, masturbation itself is not considered a cause of infertility. Frequent ejaculation can […]
If a condom breaks during sex, it is understandable to feel worried. The important thing is not to panic. A broken condom does not automatically mean pregnancy will happen, but it can increase the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. What you should do next depends on whether semen may have entered the vagina, […]
Yes, you can get pregnant even if you do not notice any ovulation symptoms. For natural conception, ovulation still needs to happen, but the process does not always come with symptoms that you can feel or recognise. This can be confusing when you are trying to conceive. You may expect a particular type of discharge, […]
It can be difficult to know what is causing a change in vaginal discharge, particularly when there is an unusual smell, itching or irritation. Two common causes are a fungal infection and bacterial vaginosis (BV). Although some symptoms can overlap, the smell and type of discharge often provide useful clues. A fungal infection, usually caused […]
