If you’ve had unexplained bloating of the abdomen, ongoing pain in the pelvis, or a feeling that something just isn’t right, your doctor might have asked you to have an ultrasound scan. The first question you’d be right to ask is: Can a scan really find cancer in the abdomen, and how accurate is that? Short answer: Yes, abdominal ultrasound can detect cancerous changes in the abdomen, but it is better for some organs than others. Here’s what you need to know about how it work

There is nothing easier than a warm cup of tea during the day. For many women, it is also becoming part of a more considered approach to reproductive well-being. That doesn’t mean tea is medicinal. That means that some herbs have real, studied effects on hormone levels, menstrual pain, inflammation, and nutrient status, and understanding those effects will help you make better choices. This guide covers the 7 best teas for women’s reproductive health, what the research actual

Most people don’t realize what their diet does for their reproductive health. The foods you eat daily can have a direct impact on everything from how regularly you get your periods to the quality of your eggs, hormone balance, and how easily you can conceive. Here’s the good news. You don’t have to do all the things at once. Start by finding out which nutrients are most important and what foods actually provide them. At myGynaePlus, our consultants often talk to patients abou

Around 1 in 10 women of reproductive age in the UK are affected by endometriosis. Despite this however, it typically takes women 8-10 years from their first symptoms to get a confirmed diagnosis. One of the main reasons for that delay is the lack of specialised imaging early on. If your GP or gynaecologist thinks you may have endometriosis, they will most likely order an ultrasound scan first. However, not all ultrasounds are created equal when it comes to diagnosing endometr