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Information about pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) an infection that affects the female reproductive system. Includes causes, symptoms, diagnosis, risks, treatment, prevention and where to get help.

Pelvic floor exercises are designed to improve muscle tone and prevent the need for corrective surgery.

The ligaments and muscles that support the pelvic organs sometimes stretch and cause these organs to drop down. This is called a ‘pelvic organ prolapse’. 

The prostate gland produces fluids that protect and feed sperm cells.

The symptoms of Huntington's disease usually, but not always, first appear when the person is approaching middle age.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines should always be used cautiously and for the shortest time possible.

Kennedy's disease is a rare inherited neuromuscular disorder that causes progressive weakening and wasting of the muscles, particularly the arms and legs.

Exercise, a balanced diet and not smoking will help to keep your kidneys working well.

Hashimoto's disease progresses very slowly over many years, so the symptoms may go unnoticed.

A person with von Willebrand disease may have frequent nosebleeds, heavy menstruation or excessive bleeding from the mouth.