Gynaecology
Dr Juman Farjo is available for consultation and treatment for a wide range of women’s health concerns. A selected range is shown below.
Abnormal Pap Smears and Colposcopy
A pap smear is a simple test which women, aged between 18-70, should have every two years to check for changes to the cells in the cervix. Checking for these changes is important as abnormal cells can lead to cervical…
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a condition when the cells normally present in the lining of the uterus grow outside the uterine cavity, most commonly in the pelvic region. Influenced by hormonal changes, these endometrial cells, or lesions, are estimated to affect 10%…
Gynaecological Surgery
The inside of the uterus has two layers. The thin inner layer is called the endometrium and the outer thick layer called the myometrium. During the menstrual cycle, the endometrium thickens every month in preparation for pregnancy. If the woman…
Ovarian Pathology
Ovarian Cysts and Ovarian Tumours: An ovarian cyst is a sac of tissue that develops inside an ovary. They are very common and many women will have ovarian cysts at some point in their life. The cysts can be fluid…
Pelvic Pain
Ovarian Cysts and Ovarian Tumours: An ovarian cyst is a sac of tissue that develops inside an ovary. They are very common and many women will have ovarian cysts at some point in their life. The cysts can be fluid…
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
The inside of the uterus has two layers. The thin inner layer is called the endometrium and the outer thick layer called the myometrium. During the menstrual cycle, the endometrium thickens every month in preparation for pregnancy. If the woman…
Family Planning and Contraception
Contraception There are many contraception options available and the one that is right for you depends on your own personal circumstances. Here’s a look at 4 of the most common options. The Birth Control Pill There are two types of…
Infertility and Pre-Pregnancy Counselling
Infertility is when you are unable as a couple to fall pregnant despite having regular, unprotected sex for six months to a year, depending on your age. The large majority of apparently normal couples will conceive within the first year of attempted conception…
Pelvic Floor Prolapse and Incontinence
Pelvic floor prolapse is a condition in which bulging or herniating of the bowel, vagina, bladder or uterus occurs. Many women (up to 40% according to the International Urogynocological Association) have a minor degree of prolapse with minimal or no…
Cervical incompetence and Cervico-Isthmic Cerclage
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Early Pregnancy Problems and Ultrasound
Vaginal bleeding is common in early pregnancy, occurring in 20-40% of pregnant women. The bleeding might be associated with pain. The four major causes of bleeding in early pregnancy are: Miscarriage (threatened, inevitable, incomplete, complete) – prevalence 15-20% Ectopic pregnancy-…
Menstrual Disorders
Premenstrual Syndrome Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) describes the collection of physical and behavioural symptoms experienced by women prior to menstruation. The effect of PMS varies from woman to woman. Management of PMS can involve medication, natural therapies and other treatments. Mild…
