Comprehensive sexual health checks, Management of syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomonas and mycoplasma genitalium infections, Male urethritis

BV is caused by an imbalance of the normal vaginal flora, causing an increase in vaginal discharge and an unpleasant odour, BV will often get better (and recur) by itself. BV does not require treatment if you have no symptoms, Treatment is usually with antibiotics called Metronidazole, taken for 7 days, If BV is recurrent, this can cause problems with ongoing discharge and odour, Treatment of recurrent BV can be frustrating but there are treatment options that we can offer you

Come and see us if you have recurrent thrush, 'negative' test results or have had previous treatment that has not helped, We provide specialist laboratory testing for candida, confirmation of the diagnosis of recurrent candidiasis, Specialist management which often involves a 6 month course of antifungal medication (6 months) and a specific skin care routine, Correct and up to date advice on diets, alternative medicines, partner treatment

Your questions about HSV answered. There is only so much you can read on the internet before you lose perspective, Confirmation of the diagnosis of genital herpes, Correct and up to date advice on how you get it, how it is passed on, treatment options, what happens in the future, Management for recurrent genital herpes

Your questions about HPV answered, Correct and up to date advice on how you get it, how it is passed on, treatment options and what happens in the future, How it is related to smear results, colposcopy, treatment to the cervix, Correct and up to date advice on how HPV affects males, vaccination for males and head & neck cancers, Advice relating to the HPV vaccine

Come and see us if you have discharge that is recurring or have had previous treatment that has not helped, Specialist laboratory investigation, treatment options and follow up, Discharge in females can be 'normal' (i.e. physiological) or it can be related to other causes, Discharge in males is not normal

We have extensive expertise in the diagnosis and management of specific skin conditions that affect the genital skin such as chronic dermatitis, Lichen Sclerosus, Psoriasis and Lichen Planus, These require specialist diagnosis and management

Vulvodynia is the term used to describe the sensation of burning and soreness of the vulva in the absence of any obvious skin condition or infection, Pain commonly occurs during sexual intercourse or when using tampons. Pain can also be present all the time, Although the cause is unknown, chronic inflammation from frequent thrush infections, hormonal changes, poor sexual arousal or chronic skin conditions can be a trigger for vulvodynia to occur, Pain with penetration of the vagina will often result in tight pelvic muscles which contribute to the pain, It is important to see a specialist who is experienced at assessing and managing this condition, There are many different treatments available and management is tailored to suit the individual. A combined approach usually works best and these include creams applied to the vulval area, referral to specialist physiotherapy, counselling or pain medication, Most women are very relieved just knowing that the pain is real and has a name