Most women initially discuss health-related matters with a medical practitioner in a primary care setting, whether they have specific concerns or are seeking advice and guidance. This practical and comprehensive guide will help primary care practitioners to deliver holistic women’s health care to patients throughout different life stages. Contraceptive choices, infertility, pregnancy, and menopause are covered, along with specific diseases such as ovarian cysts, breast conditions, and ovarian cancer. All of the authors are GPs, consultants and nurses with experience of the requirements for healthcare delivery in the primary care setting. Each chapter is written in a practical style, including a list of key points and using cases to illustrate the application of the content. This will be invaluable reading for GPs, doctors in training roles, and nurses with an interest in women’s health. It will be particularly useful for candidates preparing for the DRCOG or MRCGP examinations.

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Contents

Chapter 1 The Physiology of the Menstrual Cycle and its Impact on Menstrual Cycle Disorders
Chapter 2 Management of Children and Adolescents with Gynaecological Problems in Primary Care
Chapter 3 Contraceptive Choices in Primary Care
Chapter 4 Managing Contraception Problems in Primary Care
Chapter 5 Management of Vaginal Discharge in Primary Care
Chapter 6 Sexually Transmitted Infections Managed in Primary Care
Chapter 7 Cervical Pathology in Primary Care
Chapter 8 Management of Patients with Psychosexual Problems in Primary Care
Chapter 9 Infertility Management in Primary Care
Chapter 10 Ectopic Pregnancy from a Primary Care Perspective
Chapter 11 Management of Miscarriage in Primary Care
Chapter 12 Pregnancy-Related Issues Relevant for Primary Care
Chapter 13 Postnatal Care in Primary Care
Chapter 14 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Chapter 15 Management of Premature Ovarian Insufficiency in Primary Care
Chapter 16 Premenstrual Disorders PMD
Chapter 17 Non-Menstrual Vaginal Bleeding Management in Primary Care
Chapter 18 Management of the Patient with Suspected Endometriosis in Primary Care
Chapter 19 Management of the Patient with Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Primary Care
Chapter 20 Management of the Patient with Continence Problems in Primary Care
Chapter 21 Managing Cystitis in Primary Care
Chapter 22 The Management of Ovarian Cysts in Primary Care
Chapter 23 Managing Menopause in Primary Care
Chapter 24 Vulval Dermatoses in Primary Care
Chapter 25 Management of the Patient with Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Primary Care
Chapter 26 Ovarian Cancer: Improving Outcomes
Chapter 27 The Management of Endometrial Hyperplasia and Carcinoma in Primary Care
Chapter 28 The Management of Fibroids in Primary Care
Chapter 29 Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention in Primary Care
Chapter 30 Management of the Patient with Benign and Malignant Breast Conditions in Primary Care