Periods and pelvic pain
For heavy, painful or changing periods, or questions about pelvic pain and endometriosis.
Women's health, at your own pace
Understand what has changed, explore your options and find a useful next step. Start with the topic that feels closest to what you are experiencing.
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You do not need to know the cause before you start reading. Choose the guide closest to your concern.
When to seek urgent careContraception
Explore contraception choices, reviewing your current method and questions to discuss with a GP.
Bladder and urinary symptoms
Start with the UTI guide for burning, urgency or needing to wee more often.
Vaginal and sexual health
Find information about vaginal symptoms, dryness, pain during sex and sexual health concerns.
Perimenopause
Explore changing periods and other symptoms around the transition to menopause.
Menopause
Understand menopause symptoms and the questions you may want to ask about care and treatment.
Not sure where to start?
Concerns can overlap. Start with what is bothering you most, rather than trying to find a diagnosis first.
A change in your periods may come with sleep or mood changes, while vaginal and urinary symptoms can occur together. Mention the concerns that matter to you without assuming they all have the same cause.
A few notes can help
Useful details include when symptoms began, what has changed and how they affect your day. Have current medicines, supplements and any relevant results handy if available. You do not need a perfect record.
How HerDoc handles personal informationA little more detail, when you need it
These focused guides can help you explore a question before deciding what to do next.
When your periods start to change
Explore period changes around perimenopause and when to ask for advice.
Read about period changesChoosing contraception that suits you
Compare the considerations that can shape a contraception discussion, including your preferences and health history.
Read the contraception guideWhen UTI symptoms keep returning
Understand why returning urinary symptoms need a fresh assessment and what to mention at a review.
Read about recurring UTI symptomsHow HerDoc can help
You can discuss periods, contraception, urinary symptoms, sexual health, perimenopause and menopause with a GP. You may have a specific request or simply want help understanding what has changed. What can be assessed by phone depends on your concern; some symptoms need an examination or local care.
Talking with a GP
HerDoc GPs can prescribe, order tests and provide referrals after assessment. Which next step is useful depends on your symptoms, history and what can be assessed during the conversation. Sometimes an examination needs to come first.
Before finishing, ask what to do next, when to seek further help and who to contact about any test results. The focused guides explain each topic in more detail.
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Join waiting listQuestions about your next step
Can I raise several concerns in one appointment?
Yes. You can discuss concerns that overlap, such as period changes alongside sleep or mood changes. A short list with your main priority can help; ask the GP what can be covered and what may need follow-up.
Do I need to request a specific treatment or test?
No. You can describe what has changed and ask the GP where to start. If you already have a particular request, you can raise it; the GP will assess whether it would help.
Can an online conversation lead to tests or a referral?
Yes. A HerDoc GP can order tests or provide a referral after assessment. The doctor may recommend an examination or further information before deciding what is needed.
When you need local or urgent care
Some women's health concerns need prompt local assessment or a physical examination.
Call 000 for severe or rapidly worsening pain, very heavy bleeding with faintness, severe breathing difficulty, chest pain, stroke signs, a serious pregnancy-related concern or immediate danger.
Symptoms that need urgent care
- Very heavy bleeding with faintness
- Severe or rapidly worsening pain
- Serious pregnancy-related symptoms
- Chest pain, stroke signs or severe breathing difficulty
Telehealth is not suitable for
- Emergencies or immediate danger
- Symptoms needing an immediate physical examination
- Concerns needing immediate testing or close monitoring
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