Articles by Dr Harriet O'Connell
Understanding Vaginal Health in Perimenopause and Menopause
Vaginal and urinary changes during perimenopause and menopause are extremely common, yet many women still feel unsure, embarrassed, or uncertain about what is normal and what is treatable. These symptoms have clear biological explanations rooted in changing hormone levels, particularly falling oestrogen....
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The Itch No One Talks About: Understanding GSM and Misdiagnosed ‘Thrush’
After 40, true recurrent thrush becomes less common, while genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) becomes more likely and highly treatable. Recognising the difference saves years of discomfort and unnecessary self-treatment. What is GSM? Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) describes the vulval, vaginal...
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