The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners

BackgroundDepression and anxiety during pregnancy is on the rise, thus more pregnant women are being offered antidepressants; however, uncertainties remain surrounding safety.AimTo investigate the association between first trimester antidep…

BACKGROUND: Endometriosis affects approximately 10% of those assigned female at birth. Diagnostic journeys can be complex. The average 8-9 years between presenting symptoms and diagnosis has not changed significantly despite guidance. AIM:…

BackgroundRoutine primary care data may be a valuable resource for preconception health research and to inform the provision of preconception care.AimTo review how primary care data could provide information on the prevalence of preconcepti…

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BACKGROUND: Women who are black are less likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis than white women. There is no confirmed biological basis, so this likely represents structural barriers around health care. There is a lack of evidence explo…

BACKGROUND: Dysmenorrhoea affects up to 94% of adolescents who menstruate; approximately one third miss school and activities. Dysmenorrhoea can occur without identified pelvic pathology (primary dysmenorrhoea) or in association with other …

BackgroundA consultation for the Women's Health Strategy for England in 2022 highlighted a need to understand and develop how general practice can support women's health needs.AimTo understand the perspectives and experiences of primary car…

BackgroundHeavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common problem that can significantly affect women's lives. There is a lack of evidence on long-term outcomes after seeking treatment.AimTo assess continuation rates of medical treatments and ra…