Women’s genital symptoms are often dismissed as having two possible causes: thrush or cystitis. Although these problems are common, they are by no means the only ones to affect this region, and misunderstanding or incorrect treatment can lead to prolonged misery. Even when the diagnosis is correct and the proper treatment is given, it may not be the end of the problem; your symptoms may recur and it is often these recurrences that cause the most trouble. This book is intended to help you if you have genital or urinary tract problems so that you can better understand what is wrong and the best ways to deal with it.
Dr Caroline Bradbeer is Consultant Genitourinary Physician at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital, London since 1987. She researches on thrush, abnormal smears and many aspects of HIV infection. She is also working with general practices to improve the sexual health care they provide.
