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  1. Ovulation and fertility

    The female body shows several signs of ovulation and you may experience some or all of these signs.

  2. Absent periods – amenorrhoea

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

  3. Ovulation pain

    Ovulation pain is usually harmless, but can sometimes indicate various medical conditions such as endometriosis.

  4. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

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

  5. Toxic shock syndrome (TSS)

    If you think you could have toxic shock syndrome, stop using tampons immediately and go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital.

  6. Period pain – dysmenorrhoea

    Women of any age can experience painful periods and some women find periods are no longer painful after pregnancy and childbirth.

  7. Menstrual cycle

    The menstrual cycle is complex and is controlled by many different glands and the hormones that these glands produce.

  8. Heavy periods

    About heavy periods (menorrhagia or abnormal uterine bleeding). Details on blood loss, symptoms, causes, health effects, diagnosis, treatment and where to get help.

  9. Women's sexual and reproductive health hubs

    Sexual and reproductive health hubs provide a range of sexual and reproductive health services for Victorian women, girls and gender diverse people.

  10. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

    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.

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