What is a consent form? A consent form is a yellow form that you will be asked to sign giving your permission for a procedure or operation. You need to know the benefits and risks or any uncertainties to help you make and informed decision. Before giving your consent you should ensure that you understand the information written on this …
Read morePelvic inflammatory disease
20th October 2016What is PID? PID is the name given to inflammation within the pelvis. It is usually caused by an infection spreading from the cervix up into the uterus (womb), fallopian tubes, ovaries and pelvic area/tissues. If severe the infection can result in an abscess forming (pus collection) within the pelvis – also known as a tubo-ovarian abscess. What are the …
Read moreOvarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)
20th October 2016What is OHSS? Ovarian Hyperstimulation is a complication of fertility treatment, particularly that of in vitro fertilisation (IVF). What are the different grades of OHSS? Depending on severity of your symptoms, OHSS is graded as mild, moderate or severe. What are the symptoms of OHSS? Mild OHSS: mild abdominal swelling/bloating, abdominal discomfort and feeling sick. Moderate OHSS: The same symptoms as mild …
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20th October 2016What is a Myomectomy? A Myomectomy is an operation performed under general anaesthesia to remove fibroids without removing the uterus (womb). Laparotomy (open) Myomectomy: the above operation is performed but through an incision in your tummy. Laparoscopy (keyhole) Myomectomy: the above but through three to four small incisions in your tummy. This may not be suitable if you have large …
Read moreLaparoscopy
20th October 2016What is a laparoscopy? A laparoscopy is an operation performed under general anaesthetic to help your gynaecologist make a diagnosis by looking into your pelvis/tummy with a telescope. It is a common surgical procedure and may be used to cure or alleviate a number of gynaecological complaints. Why do I need a laparoscopy? A laparoscopy may be done to find …
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20th October 2016What is a laparoscopic hysterectomy? A laparoscopic hysterectomy is a keyhole operation performed under general anaesthetic to remove the womb (uterus). It is a common surgical procedure which may also involve the removal of the fallopian tubes, ovaries and cervix to cure or alleviate a number of gynaecological complaints. Why do I need a laparoscopic hysterectomy? A laparoscopic hysterectomy is …
Read moreGynaecology Assessment Unit
20th October 2016What is the Gynaecology Assessment Unit? We are a doctor led specialised unit for women who present as an emergency with acute gynaecological conditions such as: Red/swollen/painful lump on the vagina known as a Bartholin’s cyst Vaginal bleeding Sudden abdominal pain Pelvic inflammatory disease Ovarian cyst Severe nausea and vomiting in pregnant women (6 to 14 weeks) Post operative problems …
Read moreEndometriosis
20th October 2016What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a very common condition found in women where cells typically found inside the uterus (womb) are located outside of the uterus and surrounding pelvic area including; pelvis, ovaries, fallopian tubes and occasionally the bladder and bowel. Every month these cells react in the same way to those inside the uterus building up then breaking down …
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20th October 2016What is a Bartholin’s cyst and/or abscess? Bartholin glands can be found on either side of the entrance to the vagina. These glands produce and secrete mucus to help the vagina stay moist. Sometimes the ducts to these glands can become blocked causing swelling known as a cyst. If the cyst becomes infected, an abscess forms filling with fluid/pus. It …
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