Symptoms
Common symptoms
Ovulation pain
Ovulation pain may occur around the middle of the menstrual cycle. It is usually mild, short-lived and not a cause for concern.
Abdominal bloating
Abdominal bloating is a feeling of fullness or tightness in the abdomen. It is often related to digestion and usually temporary.
Intestinal worms
Intestinal worms are parasitic infections of the gut. They can cause itching, abdominal pain and digestive symptoms.
Bleeding from your vagina between periods or after sex can have a lot of different causes. It's not usually serious, but always get it checked by a doctor.
Vaginal discharge is normal – most women and girls get it. It's a fluid or mucus that keeps the vagina clean and moist, and protects it from infection.
Vaginal dryness is a common problem that many women have at some point in their lives. But there are things that can help.
You should always get medical help if you are vomiting blood (called haematemesis). Vomit can vary from bright red to brown or black. It may be like liquid or more solid, or look like coffee granules.
