Getting help with endometriosis

Getting help with endometriosis

The average time it takes to get help with endometriosis diagnosis is 6 to 8 years, with some people experiencing delays of 7-10 years from the onset of symptoms to a confirmed diagnosis. This delay is huge, and it highlights the importance of raising awareness about...
What should you do when it comes to your poo?

What should you do when it comes to your poo?

In New Zealand, rates of bowel cancer are alarmingly high. For women, it’s the third-highest cause of cancer-related deaths, and for men, it ranks second. Bowel cancer can develop silently, often with minimal symptoms until it’s too late. This makes it all the...
Do I have vulvodynia?

Do I have vulvodynia?

Vulvodynia means vulvar pain or discomfort. People who have vulvodynia often describe a burning sensation, which occurs in the absence of visible or identifiable clinical causes. This means there are no obvious signs or diagnoses to explain the discomfort. Prevalence...
Do I have vaginismus?

Do I have vaginismus?

Difficulty inserting tampons? Pain with vaginal examinations? Difficulty with penetrative sex? … you may have vaginismus What is Vaginismus? Vaginismus is a condition where the muscles of the pelvic floor involuntarily contract or spasm during attempts at penetration....
Keep your pelvic floor safe over the holiday season

Keep your pelvic floor safe over the holiday season

As the holidays approach, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and find ourselves juggling lots of tasks. But don’t forget to make sure you keep your pelvic floor safe over the holiday season. Travelling often means changes in our diet and daily...