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From itchiness to strange odours, there’s a lot that your vagina can tell you about its health. This incredible organ is extremely complex, which is why it’s important to monitor your vaginal health and seek the help of an expert gynaecologist when you see or feel anything that you’re worried about. These consultants are dedicated…

With 207,384 carried out in England and Wales in 2019, abortions are a vital part of the healthcare system. In March, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government temporarily relaxed the law (the Coronavirus Act) to allow women to take medical abortion pills at home for a period of two years. This change in…

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many areas of our lives, from the way we work to how we socialise. For many women, however, the effects of the pandemic go much deeper, impacting sexual health and pregnancy. Are Pregnant Women More At Risk Of COVID-19? Dr Albert Aka, Consultant Gynaecologist here at The Gynae Centre explains:…

If you’ve never had a smear test, the idea of it can seem a bit intimidating. It doesn’t help that everybody’s experience is different and hearing stories which concern you and some which comfort you can make it difficult to decide how you feel about it. In this blog post, we look at the facts…

With today’s technology, we can track how many calories we burn in a day, record our sleep patterns and even improve our mental health with daily mind exercises. These technologies, usually accessed through apps or wearable tech, encourage us to be more conscious of our health and make positive changes as a result. One type…

With the busy lives we lead, it’s easy to see how the basics, like looking after our health, can slip through the cracks. Thankfully, more and more women are taking charge of their health with preventative healthcare in the form of the well woman check. What Is A Well Woman Check? A well woman check…

It’s just as important to look after your vaginal health as it is to take care of the rest of your body – a happy vagina = happy self. Be good to your lady bits and they’ll be good to you! Dr Albert Aka, Consultant Gynaecologist at The Gynae Centre provides 7 expert tips on…

How soon can I have a baby gender scan? Is a question we are asked frequently. With the excitement of having a baby, it’s understandable many women are keen to find out as early as possible if they are having a boy or a girl. A baby gender scan usually takes place during the second…

The combination pill is the most common type of hormonal birth control pill. This works by increasing the amount of oestrogen and progesterone in your system, which prevents your body from releasing an egg. However, these hormones make a greater impact on your body than just preventing pregnancies. A change in your hormones can alter…

Genital lumps can be worrying, but whilst some are harmless, others are certainly a cause for concern. Dr Aka, Consultant Gynaecologist here at The Gynae Centre explains: ‘It is quite normal to notice the sebaceous glands on the skin of the genitals. These secrete sebum into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair…