When can you have sex after abortion, what if it’s painful or you lose your sex drive, plus can you get pregnant immediately and when do you need contraception?


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Sex after abortion – what you need to know

What is an abortion, what are the different types of abortion, what are the risks and how to make sure you recover well.

Abortion explained – types of abortion, risks and recovery 

Find out more about natural family planning – also called the fertility awareness method – and whether this natural form of birth control is right for you


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Natural family planning – how does it work and is it right for me?

Urinary tract infections (UTI) in women are very common. In this article we cover everything – from how to get rid of them to “can you have sex with a UTI?” 

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Urinary tract infections (UTI) in women – how to treat them

There are many reasons why you might want to try using natural birth control methods. Find out how to follow them properly and how effective they are.

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Natural birth control methods – which is best for me?

Find out how to arrange an abortion near where you live or via telemedicine, (where legally allowed) and what types are available at different stages of your pregnancy, as well as the costs.

How to get an abortion in the US and what the new laws say

Vaginal cancer – spot the signs you need to see a doctor. Plus understand your risk, causes, prevention, and effective treatments.

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Vaginal cancer - the signs, causes and how to prevent it 

Sort out lumps on your vagina with our expert guide – from cysts to , Fordyce spots to prolapse and more… 


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Lump on vagina: what it might be and how to deal with it

How to get an abortion in  the UK , what the law says about abortion pills and  medical procedures 

How to get an abortion in  the UK

Swollen, sore, itchy vaginal opening? This guide to vaginitis symptoms and treatment will help you feel comfortable again.

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Vaginitis – what is the cause and how to treat it

Mental health includes good emotional, social and psychological wellbeing. Poor mental health can lead to feelings like anxiety or stress, as well as mental health conditions, like depression. 


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Depression

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depression

Depression affects everyone differently, but symptoms include feeling low, hopeless and very tired, as well as having trouble sleeping. Treatment for depression ranges from talking therapies to medication. See a doctor if you think you may be depressed.


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anxiety

Anxiety is a feeling of worry or fear. It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time, but people with anxiety disorders have these feelings a lot of the time. 

Many different anxiety disorders exist. These include, generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety, phobias and panic attacks.

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addiction

An addiction is when a person doesn't have control over something they are doing, taking or using. Alcohol, drugs, gambling and nicotine are examples of things people may be addicted to, but it's possible to be addicted to almost anything. 

Being addicted to something can damage your health and take over your life.  


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antidepressants

Antidepressants are drugs used to treat depression and some other mental health conditions. Many different types of antidepressants are available, but they can cause side effects. 


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bipolar-disorder

Bipolar disorder is a condition that affects a person's mood. It's also known as manic depression. People with this condition may have episodes of feeling very low (depression) and feeling very high (mania).

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Grief affects everyone differently, and people find their own way to cope with it. If you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, you may go through stages of feeling numb, angry, guilty and sad. Accepting that something has happened can help you cope with grief. 


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domestic-violence

Domestic violence is any abuse that takes place in a domestic setting, such as a home. This abuse may be sexual, physical or mental. If you’re a victim of domestic violence, it’s important to seek help. 


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eating-disorders

An eating disorder is when your eating habits or behaviours negatively affect your physical and mental health as well as your daily functioning.The most common eating disorders are bulimia, where you overeat and then make yourself sick, or anorexia nervosa, where you try to keep your weight as low as possible. 

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euthanasia

Euthanasia means ending someone's life to stop them from suffering any longer. There are 2 types - voluntary and involuntary euthanasia. In voluntary euthanasia, someone asks another person to help them end their life. In involuntary euthanasia, a person decides to end someone else's life without being asked to.

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mental-health-therapy

Many types of therapies exist for mental health conditions. These include talking therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and counselling. 


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mental-wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is all about how you feel from day to day, and how well you cope with life’s ups and downs. Find tips on how to improve your mental wellbeing. 


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munchausen

Munchausen’s syndrome is a mental health condition. People with Munchausen's pretend to be ill, often to get attention from others. They may act like they're ill or they may harm themselves to produce symptoms that make them look ill. 


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Obsessive compulsive disorder, male hand obsessively ordering some coloured pencils (credit - Laura Rosina)

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder where someone has an uncontrollable urge to do a specific routine over and over again (compulsion) or repeatedly thinks certain thoughts (obsession). OCD can feel very distressing and prevent you from doing your day to day activities.


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personality-disorders

Having a personality disorder affects how you relate to and interact with other people. Many types exist, including borderline personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder. Treatment usually involves talking therapies.


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phobias

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psychosis

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self-harm

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Personality disorders

Phobias

Post-traumatic stress disorder

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