Retained Placenta Leaving the placenta inside the uterus after birth, either partially or entirely, is known as a retained placenta. This can lead to complications like heavy bleeding, infection (including sepsis), and in severe cases, may require medical intervention for … Continued
Standing Up For Yourself In Healthcare Patients often take on a passive role when it comes to their own healthcare. This is based on the faith they have in the medical team. However, sometimes patients need to make sure they … Continued
Intimate Health Intimate health is something that affects every woman. It can refer to any bowel, bladder, gynaecological or sexual concern. It ranges from natural body changes throughout our lives to managing the changes that happen after undergoing treatment. Being … Continued
Dysparaeunia What is dyspareunia? It is the term that specifically relates to a feeling of pain during or after sexual intercourse. Dyspareunia is extremely common amongst women who have pelvic pain. The underlying cause will vary and the treatment can … Continued
How is Asherman’s syndrome diagnosed? We are often asked how is Asherman’s syndrome diagnosed? Usually when you either experience symptoms of the condition like pelvic pain, amenorrhea (lack of menstruation), abnormal uterine bleeding or an inability to get and … Continued
Does Asherman’s syndrome cause miscarriage? We are often asked “Does Asherman’s Syndrome cause miscarriage”? Sadly it can. You can become pregnant if you have Asherman’s syndrome. Asherman’s syndrome causes there to be less space inside your uterus. It impacts on … Continued
Causes of Adhesions in Asherman’s Syndrome Causes of Adhesions in Asherman’s Syndrome most frequently follow a D&C procedure. Asherman syndrome may be underdiagnosed. Routine examinations or diagnostic procedures such as an ultrasound scan do not always detect adhesions. It can … Continued
Preventing Asherman’s Syndrome Whenever undertaking medical treatment you should be offered those preventing Asherman’s Syndrome. Whether a termination, removal of retained products of conception or following miscarriage natural or medical management should be a priority. If surgery becomes necessary then … Continued
Asherman’s Syndrome Symptoms and Causes If you have Asherman’s syndrome symptoms and causes can include: Having very light periods (hypomenorrhea). Not having a period (amenorrhea) or having abnormal uterine bleeding. Feeling severe cramping or pelvic pain. Having difficulty getting pregnant … Continued
Infertility Cause A major infertility cause are adhesions within the uterus. They develop after a D&C when the lining is removed. It has been reported that 88% of AS cases occur after a D&C is performed on a recently pregnant uterus, following a missed … Continued