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Symptoms of ovulation

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Ovulation is the process of the ovary releasing a mature egg called the ovum. The follicle-stimulate hormone stimulates the ovaries. Stimulation encourages the follicles to grow; generally, only one follicle that is stimulated develops into a mature egg. Fertilisation of the egg has a narrow window of opportunity each month...
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What causes thrush?

Thrush
What is thrush? Thrush, also known as candida or monilia, is a bacterial infection associated primarily with the female genital. Its most common cause is a species of yeast fungus called candida albicans, although other varieties of candida fungi can also cause the infection. There is a specific type of...
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Early signs of pregnancy

Signs of early pregnancy
If you are planning a baby, or even if you’re using contraceptives, you will probably become suspicious if you miss a period. This is one of the first signs of early pregnancy. After conception, the egg will take approximately a week to establish itself in the uterus. Whilst your body...
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Is the Contraceptive Injection Right For Me?

condom and injection
Choosing which type of contraception to use is a very personal decision. There are several factors to take into account when choosing a method of contraception. How effective is the contraceptive injection? The contraceptive injection is over 99% effective, which means that less than one woman in 100 will become...
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Could You Have An STD?

worried about STDs?
You are at a risk of any Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) if you have skin-to-skin contact with someone who has that particular disease. The disease can be transmitted through any sexual activity that involves penis, vagina, mouth or anus. Many young people believe STD’s are only transferable through sexual intercourse....
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