The cervix and ultrasound scan
Written by Beata Anderson, Sonographer 23rd-29th January was Cervical Cancer prevention week At Somerset early Scans we offer a variety of Women’s Health Scans. Currently, transvaginal ultrasound is a valuable imaging tool for the initial assessment and evaluation of...
Initial investigations into your fertility
Introduction The average time for a couple to conceive is 12 months, but this fact is not helpful if you have quietly been trying for longer than this. Anxiety about what might be wrong can make matters worse. One of the hardest things to do might be explaining to...
Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month
September is gynaecological cancer awareness month. It is an excellent opportunity to remind ourselves of the types, possible causes, signs and symptoms. Raising awareness may help to identify and treat these cancers early. Types of gynaecological cancer There are 5...
What is a retroverted uterus and how might it affect me?
Most women have an anteverted uterus, where the uterus is orientated so that it tilts forwards in the pelvic cavity, lying just behind the bladder. The retroverted uterus is an anatomical variant that is present in 20-30% of women. Sometimes referred to as a tilted...