The combined Pill
Changing the structure of the lining of the womb (uterus) so a fertilised egg cannot grow Making the mucus in the entrance to the uterus (called the cervix) so thick that the sperm cannot enter Packets contain 28-day pills: 21 active or hormonal ... [... more]
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Injectable contraceptives: "Depo"
Thickens the mucus at the entrance to the uterus (cervix) so that the sperm cannot get through to fertilise the egg Alters the lining of the uterus so any fertilised egg will not implant and grow. It should be started within 3 days of a period ... [... more]
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The mini-Pill
The progesterone makes the cervical mucus thicken. This mucus then acts as a plug which prevents the sperm from entering the uterus and fertilising the egg. Women who find the Combined Pill unsuitable because the oestrogen can cause nausea, high ... [... more]
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What are the effects of constipation?
Can't drop your friends off at the pool? Finding it hard to have an Eartha Kitt? We might joke, but constipation can be a real problem - but one that you can solve. If you notice any blood or mucus with your poo, see your doctor as soon as ... [... more]
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Sinusitis - Better Health Channel.
The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the bones of the face. Many people, including children, get sinus infections after a cold. People with sinusitis may have yellow or green-coloured mucus draining from the nose, facial pain and headache. ... [... more]
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Contraception - the Billings method
The Billings method is a form of natural birth control which teaches a woman to recognise when she is infertile and when she is fertile by examining cervical mucus. The success rate depends on the couple's commitment and their willingness to ... [... more]
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Eyes - blocked tear duct
A blocked tear duct in the eye causes symptoms including a watery eye with pus, tears running down the face, crusted mucus along eyelashes or increased eye infections. Causes include chronic nose infections, hay fever and nasal polyps, and facial ... [... more]
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Adenoids - Better Health Channel.
The adenoids are lymph nodes located in the throat behind the nose. Infections commonly cause swollen or blocked adenoids. Symptoms include a blocked nose, snoring, sore throat and yellow or green mucus in the nose. Adenoid infections in children ... [... more]
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Bowel motions
Faeces, also known as poo or bowel motions, can be affected by many illnesses. Blood, mucus or other changes in bowel motions should be reported to your doctor straight away. Poo in babies can be affected by the foods they eat. The small ... [... more]
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