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New life begins when a male sex cell (sperm) fertilises a female egg (ovum) within the female reproductive system.

Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal condition associated with irregular menstrual cycles, excess hair growth, acne, reduced fertility, and increased risk of diabetes and mood changes.

Many women with early stage ovarian cancer may not have any symptoms.

Information about the female reproductive system, including topics like puberty, menstruation, menopause, infertility, breasts, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, vagina, vulva and thrush.

The hormones leptin, insulin, oestrogens, androgens and growth hormone are factors in obesity.

Uterine cancer is one of the most common gynaecological cancers.

Ectopic pregnancy is caused by a fertilised egg not being able to move through the fallopian tube.

Multiple births are more common due to the advancing average age of mothers and the rise in assisted reproductive techniques.

Information about the hormonal or endocrine system, including fact sheets on glands, ovaries, pancreas, testicles, deficiencies and risks and management.

The vaginal ring works in a similar way to the combined oral contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy.