The supporting ligaments of the uterus and the muscles of the pelvic floor and vaginal walls can become stretched and slack. This means that pressure from internal structures, and gravity, will tend to push the vaginal walls, and often the uterus, via the path of least resistance, namely towards the vaginal opening. This may be [...]

The aim of the exercise is to feel for things which do not feel like routine, normal, breast tissue. We already know that breast tissue tends to get lumpier before a period, so examining after the period may make it easier to sort out what is normal. Breast tissue often feels like rice pudding in [...]

Are there any reasons why I could not have a vasectomy? Generally you need to talk over some issues with your doctor before you can know if you can have a vasectomy or not. Some things that may make vasectomy more difficult, at least under a local anaesthetic, could be: medical problems such as diabetes, [...]

The Calendar method is sometimes called the Rhythm method. It is based on the fact that most women ovulate between 12 and 16 days before a period begins. You use the calendar to work out when your period is likely to come, and then you can work out when you are likely to ovulate. If [...]

Are there any side effects with the minipill? The most common side effect of the minipill is that periods often become irregular. The time between periods can be shorter or longer than usual. You could even find your periods disappear altogether. You could also have spotting in between periods. Some women may get headaches or [...]