What should every woman do to maintain good gynaecological health?

 Ask the average person what the most important things in their life are and there should be a popular answer; their health. Since the dawn of time, humans have exercised and watched their diet in order to stay healthy - so why do so many women neglect their gynaecological health?

There are lots of ways you can keep in tip-top shape without spending a penny or leaving the comfort of your home. From lifestyle changes to smear tests - here are the 5 things every woman should do to maintain good gynaecological health.

1) Watch your stress levels

Stress is a major factor in affecting periods and period pains. Dysmenorrhea (period pain) affects most women at some point in their lives and while there is a multitude of medical conditions that can cause painful periods, stress is often involved. Stress isn’t just a feeling, it’s a chemical process our body uses to tell us something’s wrong. One of the chemicals released when feeling stressed, Cortisol, can interact with other, more delicate chemical messages inside the body - scientists believe this could be why even small amounts of mental stress can cause severe physical pain. If you’re prone to uncomfortable periods, ask yourself whether a hectic lifestyle could be the culprit.

2) Get the HPV vaccine

Almost all cases of cervical cancer and a worrying number of vulval cancers are caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women under 35 in the UK so it’s vital that women get the jab if they want to be protected. HPV often doesn’t cause any symptoms until it’s too late and many people don’t realise they’re infected. If you’re not vaccinated and over 18, you can’t get the free HPV vaccine through the NHS so you’ll need to pay for a private treatment. It’s a small price to pay to stay cancer-free.

3) Check yourself, thoroughly

Even if you think you’re in perfect health ‘down there’, you can’t be certain without a thorough examination. You don’t need any expensive equipment or training to check yourself for most abnormalities; these could be lumps, unusual texture, odd smells or abnormal discharge. If you find any of these, it’s sensible to visit your doctor. Of course, a self-examination can only diagnose prominent problems like lumps and bumps. Cancerous and diseased tissue can feel the same as healthy tissue - it takes a trained medical professional to distinguish between them. The London Gynae Cancer Clinic offers thorough examinations as part of their well woman check.

4) Have the cervical smear test

It’s no secret that smear tests save women's lives. Otherwise known as a PAP or cervical screening test, a cervical smear test involves taking a very small sample of cells from the lining of the cervix. This doesn’t hurt and will usually involve a medical professional gently brushing the tissue to take a sample of cervical cells. These are tested to determine if the ‘could’ become problematic later in life. 1 in 20 tests show abnormal changes in these cells but this doesn’t necessarily mean there’s a serious problem; cells change throughout a woman's life and are often nothing to worry about - they may return to their normal state without any medical intervention. A smear test is a must for any woman concerned about their gynaecological health.

5) Eat healthily

We’re always being told to watch our diets, but this advice is especially significant when it comes to your menstrual cycle. The food we eat has a profound effect on how we feel and the body orchestrates these feeling using a group of chemicals called prostaglandins. During your period, the prostaglandins squeeze blood vessels around the uterus, causing painful cramps. They can also enter the bloodstream and affect other areas of the body leading to headaches, nausea and vomiting. Research seems to suggest that eating healthy, nutritious food could make the body release fewer prostaglandins, meaning you could experience less painful cramps or none at all. Nutritionists have even created diet plans specifically designed to alleviate period pains, just by changing the foods we eat.

Those were just some of the ways women can keep on top of their gynaecological health. As scientific research continues, you can expect more and more techniques to maintain good gynaecological wellbeing to be published, so check back here regularly. If you have any questions about preventing or treating gynaecological cancers, speak to one of our friendly staff today using the link here.

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