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According to new data from Public Health England cases of STIs are on the rise: From 2017-2018 there was a 5% increase in the UK. This is worrying news and there are concerns that people are not getting tested frequently enough – or at all. The report showed that cases of gonorrhoea saw a huge…

“Whilst women are confident in their decision to have an abortion, others are unsure and have many questions.” explains renowned Dr Alex Eskander, Consultant Gynaecologist at The Gynae Centre. If you are not 100% – and even if your mind is set – the best thing you can do is to arm yourself with all…

We all know that crows feet, creaky joints and grey hair are a natural part of aging, but what happens to your vagina as you age? Probably more that you’d expect! Dr Alex Eskander, Consultant Gynaecologist here at The Gynae Centre has more than 30 years of experience and is renowned in the field for…

“‘Does my vulva look normal?’ and ‘Do I need a labiaplasty’ are questions I get asked frequently. Many women are particularly concerned about the appearance of their labia minora. Patients have a labiaplasty for either medical or cosmetic reasons.” says Dr Alex Eskander, Consultant Gynaecologist at The Gynae Centre. “The thing is, when it comes…

Are you experiencing either dull or sharp lower abdominal pain? Lower abdominal pain in women, also known as pelvic pain, is often linked to the reproductive system and can be a sign of a debilitating condition. Pelvic pain (below the belly button) is quite common in women and ranges in severity – some may experience sudden, intense pain, others may have chronic pain (which lasts for months). There are numerous causes of this, and it can be linked to many different conditions, some of which we look at.

Do I need to see a gynaecologist? When it comes to gynaecological health, women often feel too embarrassed to talk about any issues, and so what could require quick, simple treatment can sometimes develop into something more serious with permanent effects. Consultant Gynaecologist, Dr Alex Eskander, here at The Gynae Centre, outlines some of the…

Women are quite literally dying of embarrassment when it comes to their gynaecological health. Love pocket, vajayjay, muff, beaver, lady garden… whatever you call your genitals, we’ve got to talk about them. No, seriously. Just because it’s awkward to talk about, doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be discussing it.

“Can birth control cause infertility?” “Can birth control harm your fertility?” “Can hormonal contraception keep you from getting pregnant in the future?” Here at The Gynae Centre in London we frequently see patients that have been using hormonal contraceptives for years but are ready to start a family. They often have concerns about their use…

Got an itch you just can’t seem to scratch? There’s no need to be embarrassed, vaginal itching is far more common that many realise. Most women will experience it at some point in their lives and it can cause much discomfort. This being said, feminine itching could be a sign of an underlying issue. Firstly,…

What does an abnormal smear mean? Are abnormal smear results common? What causes an abnormal smear? Do abnormal cells always mean cancer? These are just some of the questions that Consultant Gynaecologist, Dr Alex Eskander and The Gynae Centre team get asked when it comes to smear test results. If you’ve had a letter telling…