Perimenopause
Perimenopause is the transition before menopause when ovarian hormone levels fluctuate and cycles become less predictable.
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Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
PMDD is a severe cyclical mood disorder causing marked symptoms before menstruation and relief afterward. It significantly affects functioning.
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Premenstrual syndrome is a recurring group of physical and emotional symptoms in the luteal phase that improve after menstruation begins.
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Painful periods, or dysmenorrhoea, involve cramping around menstruation. Primary dysmenorrhoea is common, while secondary pain has an underlying condition.
Read more →Postpartum infections
Postpartum infections can affect the uterus, urinary tract, caesarean or perineal wounds, or breasts. Early treatment prevents progression.
Read more →Postpartum hypertension
Postpartum hypertension is high blood pressure after birth and may be new or continue from pregnancy. Pre-eclampsia can first appear postpartum.
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Headache after birth can result from sleep loss or tension, but blood-pressure complications, spinal procedures, clot or infection must be considered.
Read more →Postpartum fatigue
Profound tiredness is common after birth, but persistent or worsening fatigue can reflect anaemia, thyroid disease, infection, sleep disruption or emotional illness.
Read more →Postpartum pain
Postpartum pain can arise from uterine contractions, muscles, wounds, breasts or complications. The location and trend determine what is expected.
Read more →Pelvic floor recovery
The pelvic floor supports pelvic organs and helps control bladder and bowel function. Pregnancy and birth can temporarily or persistently affect it.
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