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Information and links to factsheets about the male reproductive system, including puberty, infertility, the penis, the prostate and testicles.

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

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

Transvaginal mesh has been used for more than 20 years to manage problems for women such as prolapse and incontinence. While this treatment is successful for many women, some unfortunately have complications very soon after their operation or years later. For these women, the symptoms are serious and can be debilitating.

Some women are more at risk of amenorrhoea (the absence of periods) because of emotional stress or changes in weight.

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.

Weight gain at menopause can be managed using healthy eating and exercise; menopausal hormone therapy may also be beneficial.

Most menstruating women have some form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Undescended testicles means that one or both testicles are missing from the scrotum.

Cervical cancer can be prevented through regular screening (every 5 years). Cervical cancer screening is recommended for women or people with a cervix (25 to 74 years) who have been sexually active.