Every stage of life
Unhurried, respectful care for women and girls, from first periods to later life.
Teenage and young women’s health
Painful or irregular periods, acne, mood, contraception and questions that can feel hard to raise. Younger patients are welcome with a parent or guardian, and there is always time to talk privately.
Periods and hormonal concerns
Heavy, painful, irregular or absent periods, and symptoms that change through your cycle, are looked at alongside your medical history, including any skin or hair changes that come with them.
PCOS and hormonal conditions
Irregular periods, excess hair growth, acne, weight changes or difficulty conceiving can point to polycystic ovary syndrome or another hormonal condition. Assessment, tests where they help and a long-term plan that covers skin, weight and metabolic health together.
Contraception
Choices that fit your preferences, health and stage of life, explained clearly, including options after birth and in the years before menopause.
Pregnancy planning and after birth
Preparing for pregnancy, and the months after it: recovery, pelvic floor, mood, sleep, contraception, skin and hair changes, with referral to midwives, obstetricians or physiotherapists where needed.
Intimate and sexual wellbeing
Concerns such as dryness, discomfort, changes in libido or urinary symptoms deserve a respectful conversation. Medical, hormonal and emotional factors may be relevant, with further assessment or referral where appropriate.
Screening and breast health
Cervical screening, advice on breast screening, and prompt assessment of any new breast change.
Perimenopause and menopause
Irregular periods, hot flushes, night sweats, poor sleep, low mood, brain fog, intimate symptoms or simply not feeling like yourself: any of these is a reason to talk. You do not need to have it all worked out.
We look at your symptoms, medicines, contraception needs, history and priorities, along with bone, heart and metabolic health. Not every midlife symptom is menopause, so tests are chosen for your situation.
You will hear the options, with their benefits, risks and alternatives, and agree a plan for review. Any bleeding after menopause should be checked promptly.
Your questions, welcomed.
Can my teenage daughter see Dr Farya?
Yes. Younger patients are welcome with a parent or guardian, and there is always time to talk privately as well.
Do I need to know whether it is menopause?
No. Not every change in midlife is menopause. Bring a note of what has changed and when, and the consultation will help work out what is going on.
Is there a longer appointment for midlife health?
Yes. The Midlife Health & Skin Review looks at perimenopause, menopause, skin, sleep and weight together and ends with one written plan.
