Pubic lice (crabs)
Pubic lice, or crab lice, infest pubic hair. They can also sometimes affect hair of the armpit, eyebrows, eyelashes, beard and torso. Pubic lice are usually sexually transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. Lice infestation causes no serious ... [... more]
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Pelvic inflammatory disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) occurs when an infection spreads from the vagina to the cervix, endometrium (lining of the uterus) and the fallopian tubes. The infection is usually sexually transmitted. PID can lead to scarring of the fallopian ... [... more]
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Lesbian issues
There is nothing wrong with being a lesbian. It can take some time to work out whether you are lesbian or not. If you are confused there are confidential services you can telephone for advice and support. Women usually question whether they are ... [... more]
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Menstruation - amenorrhoea
Amenorrhoea means absence of the menstrual period. The most common cause is hormonal disruption. The hormones can be disrupted by emotional stress, weight loss, excessive exercise and some diseases of the reproductive system. Amenorrhoea means ... [... 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. The success rate depends on the couple's commitment and their willingness to avoid genital contact and ... [... more]
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Infertility treatments - female
Usually, an egg released during ovulation is ushered down the fallopian tube. If it meets with a sperm on its journey, conception may occur. Female infertility can be caused by obstructions within reproductive organs. Some of the problems that ... [... more]
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HIV testing
It is advisable to be tested for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) if you are at risk of becoming infected. Early detection and treatment can help people with HIV to stay healthy and delays the onset of complications of HIV infection including ... [... more]
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Sex and sexuality ... all about
Sex and sexuality raises many health issues for men and women. Find out about being gay, lesbian or bisexual, the needs of adolescents and how menopause might affect sexuality. Also read about contraception, impotence and sexually transmissible ... [... more]
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Abortion - emotional issues
Most women who have an abortion don't suffer any subsequent psychological or emotional problems, as long as the decision was theirs. It's not true that all women who undergo abortion experience guilt, grief and shame. The genuine experiences of ... [... more]
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Pap tests and women with disabilities
The Pap test is our best protection against cervical cancer. However, Australian and overseas studies suggest that women with sensory, physical, intellectual or psychiatric disabilities are less likely than other women in the community to have ... [... more]
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Girls and body image - quiz
What does body image mean to you? Girls face pressure about their weight and appearance, which can affect your health. Try our quick health quiz to test your body image knowledge. Your body image seems a little shaky, and could do with some work. ... [... more]
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Abortion services in Victoria
Most Victorian abortion service providers are located in Melbourne. Some can provide women with 'same day service'. Costs vary from one clinic to the next. Some provide discounted fees to students, health care card holders and those experiencing ... [... more]
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