The transvaginal ultrasound is one of the most common scans in early pregnancy care, but it still makes many women anxious. If you have a scan scheduled and you are asking yourself, "Can transvaginal ultrasound cause miscarriage?” you are not alone. This is a regular concern in early pregnancy clinics up and down the UK. The short answer is no. Doctors and researchers have studied this question for decades, and current evidence does not support a link between transvaginal ult

If your doctor has spoken about a transvaginal ultrasound and you’re not quite sure what to expect, you’re not alone. This is one of those tests that everyone talks about, but few people really explain. This guide will explain what a transvaginal ultrasound actually shows, why it is so widely used in gynaecology, and what the experience is like if you have never had one before. What Is a Transvaginal Ultrasound? A transvaginal ultrasound is an internal scan that uses sound wa

You are eating pretty much as you always did. You are keeping busy. And yet the scales are creeping up, especially around your middle. If this sounds familiar, you are not imagining it, and you are not alone. 50% or more of women gain weight during perimenopause and menopause. Research from the SWAN study and the Healthy Women’s Study found that women gain about 1.5 kg each year during the transition to perimenopause. By the time a woman reaches menopause, she has usually gai

If you’ve ever had an ultrasound scan appointment letter telling you to “attend with a full bladder,” you may have wondered: What is a full bladder? And does it work with all scan types? It depends on the type of ultrasound you are getting. The amount of water for ultrasound preparation is not one-size-fits-all, and getting it wrong can mean a repeat appointment or unclear images. Here’s a brief overview of what you need to know before your scan: Why Water Matters Before a Sc

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