Breast pain: what’s the diagnosis?
Dr Toni Hazell uses case studies to explore three possible causes of breast pain (mastalgia) and how each condition should be managed in primary care
Heavy menstrual bleeding: new treatments offer more options
Dr Rachel Brown explores updated NICE recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding
Pregnancy: take opportunities to promote planning and prevention
Dr Sue Mann explains why pregnancy planning is important and how preconception care can improve maternal and child health outcomes
Top tips: menopause
Dr Alice Scott and Dr Louise Newson offer ten top tips on diagnosing and managing the menopause and premature ovarian insufficiency
Polycystic ovary syndrome requires long-term holistic care
Dr Anne Connolly explores the risk factors, diagnosis, complexities, and comprehensive management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in primary care
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