Gynaecology - General Conditions
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Advice following your Colposcopy
This information leaflet provides information about Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), procedures carried out in colposcopy and guidance on what to expect following your colposcopy.
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Bartholin’s cyst and abscess
This leaflet is for women with a cyst or abscess of the Bartholin’s gland.
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Common worries and concerns after receiving a diagnosis of Rokitansky Syndrome
This leaflet provides information to patients who have received a diagnosis of Rokitansky Syndrome, otherwise known as MRKH. This leaflet relates to how people may feel after this diagnosis, how people may cope differently and what psychological support is available if required.
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Endometrial hyperplasia
Endometrial hyperplasia is a condition where the lining of the womb (endometrium) becomes abnormally thickened.
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Fibroids
This booklet explains what fibroids are and the options available for their treatment.
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GnRH analogue injections
This leaflet is for those who have been offered GNRH analogue injections to treat a gynaecological condition.
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Gynaecology Outpatients Department
The aim of this leaflet is to give you information about what will happen during your appointment.
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Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy (Keyhole surgery to remove an ovarian cyst)
This information is for you if you are about to have or are recovering from keyhole surgery to remove an ovarian cyst (also known as laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy).It aims to supplement the discussions you will have with your doctor, to support your understanding of the condition and explain your options, and to let you know what to expect after your surgery.
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Lichen Sclerosus
This leaflet gives details about lichen sclerosus which is a common, itchy skin disease that affects genital skin and the skin around the back passage.
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Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
This leaflet is designed to guide you in the use of neuromuscular electrical stimulation.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
The purpose of this leaflet is to explain what pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is, how women get it and how it is treated / followed up.
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The Colposcopy Procedure
This leaflet explains the different indications for Colposcopy and the Colposcopy procedure. You will have the opportunity to discuss your care and treatment with a member of the Colposcopy team at your visit.
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Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE)
An information leaflet about the treatment of a fibroid by uterine embolisation
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Vaginal Examination Under Anaesthesia
You are due to attend hospital for a Gynaecology Procedure. During your procedure, a vaginal examination under anaesthetic may be required by your doctors as part of your procedure. This is a pelvic examination which is carried out while you are asleep. Your doctor will consent for this and discuss the clinical need for your examination and your preferences prior to your procedure.
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What is a prolapse?
A prolapse is a very common problem which can be successfully treated. This leaflet explains the different types which affect women.
