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- Ectopic pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy is caused by a fertilised egg not being able to move through the fallopian tube.
- DES daughters
If your mother took DES while she was pregnant with you, then you are a DES daughter or DES son.
- Pregnancy and birth - related emergencies
A medical emergency can happen at any time during pregnancy, labour and birth. Some emergencies can be life threatening for pregnant women and their babies.
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Information about pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) an infection that affects the female reproductive system. Includes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks, treatment, prevention and where to get help.
- Pregnancy - bleeding problems
Bleeding from the vagina in early pregnancy happens in almost one in four pregnancies.
- Contraception - tubal ligation
Sterilisation is a permanent method of contraception.
- Asthma - pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnant women with asthma need to continue to take their asthma medication as it is important to the health of both mother and baby that the mother's asthma is under control.
- Miscarriage
A range of feelings is normal after a miscarriage, and they often linger for some time.
- Peritonitis
Peritonitis is a life-threatening emergency that needs prompt medical treatment.
- Salpingitis
Salpingitis is one of the most common causes of female infertility and may permanently damage the fallopian tubes.