Women's sexual and reproductive health

Title: Women's sexual and reproductive health – know the facts

(Music playing throughout animated video)

Slide 1: Women’s sexual and reproductive health (image of super woman)

Slide 2: Know the facts (image of a group of women jumping)

Slide 3: (Different women with thought bubbles over their heads showing the words – fertility, contraception, menopause, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome)

Slide 4: (image of woman scratching her head) There’s a lot of information out there about women’s reproductive health. Here are some facts…

Slide 5: (image of woman running)
Myth: If you’re healthy, you will have no problem getting pregnant. (words crossed out)
Fact: One in nine couples have trouble conceiving and this can increase with age. (tick mark)

Slide 6:
Question: How is endometriosis treated? (image of woman)
Answer: Endometriosis is a common disease in women. It can be treated with medication, surgery or both. (image of doctor)

Slide 7:
Myth: Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) will have problems conceiving. (words crossed out)
Fact: Although it can affect fertility, on average, women with PCOS have the same number of children as other women. (tick mark) (image of woman with 2 children)

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Question: What are some of the symptoms of menopause? (image of angry woman)
Answer: Menopause symptoms vary and may include:

• no sex drive
• tiredness
• irritability
• crawling or itchy skin
• vaginal dryness
• headaches
• night sweats
• lack of self-esteem
• discomfort during sex
• forgetfulness
• aches and pains
• sleep problems
• weight gain
• urinary problems
• hot flushes

(image of tired woman)

Slide 9: Or you may be lucky enough to breeze through! (image of happy woman in a park)
Slide 10:
Myth: Teens and women who have not had children should not use an intra uterine device (IUD) (words crossed out)
Fact: The IUD is long acting and a good choice of contraception even if you have not been pregnant or had a baby. (tick mark)

Slide 11:
Question: Does the morning after pill only work in the morning? (image of young woman looking confused)
Answer: If you’ve had unprotected sex take the emergency contraception pill (or ‘morning after pill’) as soon as you can.

Slide 12:
Fact: You can buy emergency contraception without a doctor’s prescription from most pharmacies. (Image of pharmacist)

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Question: I’m under 18, do I need my parents’ consent to get contraception? (Image of young woman at home)
Answer: Most young people can get contraception without their parents’ consent. Speak to a doctor about your contraception needs. (Image of doctor explaining to young woman) (tick mark)

Slide 14:
Myth: During sex, if your partner withdraws before ejaculating, you won’t get pregnant. (words crossed out) (image of young woman walking in the city)
Fact: The withdrawal method is not a reliable for of contraception. (tick mark) (image of couple on bench and superwoman appears)

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For more information:
• My Options 1800 696 784 www.1800myoptions.org.au
• Better Health Channel www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

Title: Endometroisis – Know the facts

What is endometriosis?

Endometriosis is a common reproductive disease when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows in other parts of the body.

What are the symptoms of endometriosis?

Endometriosis symptoms can vary and may include:

• painful and heavy periods
• pain during sex
• fertility problems
• chronic pelvic pain

In fact, some women may not find out they have endometriosis until they have trouble conceiving.

Myth: It is easy to diagnose endometriosis.

Fact: Surgery is the only way to tell for certain whether you have endometriosis.

Is it normal for periods to be extremely painful?

Not usually. If severe period pain stops you from daily activities, endometriosis could be the cause.

How is endometriosis treated?

Although there is no known cure, endometriosis can be successfully treated with medication and surgery.

Myth: Women with endometriosis cannot have children.

Fact: Although about a third of women with endometriosis have trouble conceiving, surgery can increase your chances of pregnancy.

Are there other ways to manage endometriosis symptoms?

Some women combine medical treatment with complementary therapies (e.g. acupuncture, yoga and herbal medicine).

Speak to a doctor to work out what’s right for you.

Does pregnancy cure endometriosis?

No. Although endometriosis symptoms may go away in pregnancy they usually return.

Myth: A hysterectomy can cure endometriosis. (crossed out)

Fact: A hysterectomy may be considered to help you cope with symptoms only when other medical treatments have not worked.

Myth: Women with endometriosis should avoid exercise.

Fact: Physical activity is good for your general health and may help ease symptoms. Try to be active at least 30 minutes on most days of the week.

Like to know more about endometriosis?

See your doctor.

For more information www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

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sparks can fly, and then...

Chlamydia!

Sex and the risk of chlamydia!

What is chlamydia?

• Most reported sexually transmissible infection (STI) in Australia.
• More common in young people...but it can affect anyone regardless of age.
• Also affects same-sex couples.
• Can cause long term damage if left untreated.
• Caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis.

0.33 - How do you contract it?

Chlamydia is spread by unprotected oral, vaginal or anal sex.

0.42 - Chlamydia fact!

Chlamydia is often called the 'silent infection' because most people do not realise they have it.

Female symptoms can include:

• Unusual vaginal discharge.
• Burning or pain when urinating.
• Unusual bleeding or spotting between periods.
• Pain in lower belly.
• Pain or bleeding after sex.

Male symptoms can include:

• Unusual discharge from penis.
• Pain when urinating.
• Swollen and sore testicles.

Chlamydia fact!

Even without symptoms, you can infect others through unprotected sex.