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  1. Reproductive system

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

  2. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

    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.

  3. Ovarian cancer

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

  4. Obesity and hormones

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

  5. Fertility and the reproductive system - female

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

  6. Contraception – the combined pill

    The 2 types of oral contraception available in Australia are the combined pill, known as 'the pill', and the progestogen only pill.

  7. Cancer of the uterus

    Uterine cancer is one of the most common gynaecological cancers.

  8. Hormonal system (endocrine)

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

  9. Contraception - vaginal ring

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

  10. Ectopic pregnancy

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

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