At Eve Hill Medical Practice, we provide confidential advice, assessment and treatment for a range of women’s health concerns throughout different stages of life.
Our clinical team can help with menopause and perimenopause, contraception, period problems, pelvic pain, cervical screening, sexual health, and planning for pregnancy. We can also direct you to other NHS and local services where these may be more appropriate.
How can we help?
You can find information below about:
- Menopause and HRT
- Contraception
- Periods, bleeding and pelvic pain
- Cervical screening
- Sexual health and STI testing
- Planning a pregnancy
- Domestic abuse and sexual violence support
Menopause and Perimenopause
If you are experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, we can help you understand your symptoms and discuss the treatment and support options that may be right for you.
We can provide:
Menopause and perimenopause assessment and advice
Lifestyle guidance
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), where appropriate
HRT reviews and ongoing monitoring
Vaginal oestrogen treatment
Advice about other treatment options
You do not need to wait until your periods have stopped, or until symptoms become severe, before asking for advice.
Free Menopause Support for Eve Hill Patients
Patients at Eve Hill Medical Practice have access to Your Menopause by Harley Street at Home, an online menopause education and support platform.
It provides a range of resources to help you better understand and manage perimenopause and menopause, including:
Expert information about menopause symptoms and treatments
Menopause specialist-led sessions
On-demand videos and educational resources
Information about HRT
Sleep and emotional wellbeing support
Nutrition, exercise and weight-management advice
Lifestyle and self-care resources
An online menopause community
Opportunities to hear from menopause specialists and ask questions
The service is designed to complement the care you receive from us and help you feel better informed about menopause and the choices available to you.
It is an education and wellbeing service rather than a medical or diagnostic service. If you have symptoms that need assessment, are considering treatment or HRT, or are worried about a change in your health, please continue to contact the practice.
Access Your Menopause by Harley Street at Home
More useful information
NHS – Menopause and perimenopause
Healthy Dudley – Menopause support
Contraception
We can help you choose and manage contraception based on your health, preferences and what is important to you.
Depending on clinical suitability and service availability, contraception may include:
Combined contraceptive pill
Progestogen-only pill
Contraceptive injection
Contraceptive implant
Hormonal coil (IUS)
Copper coil (IUD)
Emergency contraception
Contraception reviews
Get the Contraceptive Pill Directly from a Pharmacy
You may not need an appointment at the surgery to start or continue the contraceptive pill.
Through the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, participating community pharmacies can provide the contraceptive pill free of charge without you needing a prescription from a GP or nurse.
The service can help if you:
Want to start the contraceptive pill for the first time
Want to restart the pill after a break
Need a further supply of your usual contraceptive pill
Both the combined contraceptive pill and progestogen-only pill can be provided where clinically appropriate.
You will have a confidential consultation with the pharmacy team. They will ask about your health and, depending on the contraception you are considering, may need to check things such as your blood pressure, height and weight.
If the pharmacy service is not suitable for you, they will advise you about the most appropriate service to contact.
Participating pharmacies can also provide free oral emergency contraception through the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service.
Find a pharmacy offering the contraceptive pill without a prescription
Not sure which contraception is right for you?
There is no single method that is best for everyone. Different methods vary in how they are used, their effectiveness, possible side effects and how they may affect your periods.
These resources can help you compare your options:
NHS – Choosing contraception
Brook – Best Contraception for Me?
Our clinicians are also happy to discuss your options and help you make an informed choice.
Periods, Bleeding and Pelvic Pain
Changes to your periods are common, but you do not have to simply put up with symptoms that are affecting your everyday life.
Please contact us if you are concerned about:
Heavy periods
Painful periods
Irregular periods or a change in your usual cycle
Periods lasting longer than usual
Bleeding between periods
Bleeding after sex
Periods that have stopped unexpectedly
Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
Pain during sex
We can assess your symptoms and discuss what may be causing them and what treatment options are available.
Depending on your symptoms, this may include medication, contraception, blood tests, examination, further investigations or referral to a specialist service.
Keeping a simple record of your periods, bleeding, pain and other symptoms before your appointment can be helpful.
When should I get checked?
Please arrange an appointment if your periods have become heavier, more painful or irregular, or if your symptoms are affecting your normal activities.
Bleeding between periods or after sex should also be checked, even though there are many possible causes.
If you have gone through the menopause – usually meaning you have had no periods for 12 months or more – any vaginal bleeding or spotting afterwards should always be assessed, even if it happens only once.
If you develop severe or worsening pelvic pain, particularly with heavy bleeding, feeling faint or if you may be pregnant, seek urgent medical advice through NHS 111 or, if symptoms are severe, emergency services.
Useful information
NHS – Period problems
NHS – Pelvic pain
Cervical Screening
Cervical screening helps prevent cervical cancer by checking for high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause changes to the cells of the cervix.
People aged 25 to 64 who are eligible for NHS cervical screening are normally invited every five years. Please book your appointment when you receive your invitation.
If you were invited previously but did not attend, you do not need to wait for another invitation – please contact us to arrange an appointment.
If you have symptoms you are worried about, such as unusual bleeding or discharge, do not wait for your cervical screening appointment. Contact us so that your symptoms can be assessed separately.
NHS – Cervical screening
Sexual Health and STI Testing
You can speak to us confidentially about sexual health concerns.
We can provide:
Sexual health advice
STI testing where appropriate
Contraception advice
Assessment of symptoms
Referral or signposting to specialist sexual health services where needed
For a wider range of contraception and sexual health services, you can also contact Brook Dudley Sexual Health Service directly.
Brook Dudley Sexual Health Service
Brook provides free and confidential sexual health services in Dudley, including:
STI screening and treatment
Contraception, including implants and coils
Emergency contraception
Pregnancy testing
HIV testing
Free condoms
Sexual health advice and support
Telephone: 0300 373 0655
Find out more about sexual health services in Dudley
Visit the Brook website
Planning a Pregnancy
If you are thinking about trying for a baby, it can be helpful to consider your health and any medication you take before becoming pregnant.
We can provide advice about:
Preparing for pregnancy
Folic acid and other supplements
Long-term health conditions and pregnancy
Reviewing regular medication before pregnancy
Lifestyle changes that may support a healthy pregnancy
Please speak to us before stopping or changing any prescribed medication.
Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Support
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or sexual violence, confidential specialist support is available.
Black Country Women’s Aid provides support for people affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence and exploitation across the Black Country.
Black Country Women’s Aid
You can also speak confidentially to a member of our team if you would like support or help accessing appropriate services.
Booking an Appointment
If you would like to discuss menopause, contraception, period problems, pelvic pain, cervical screening, sexual health, pregnancy planning or another women’s health concern, please contact us.
Remember:
For the contraceptive pill: you may be able to start, restart or obtain a further supply directly from a participating community pharmacy without needing an appointment with us.
For menopause support: Eve Hill patients can access Your Menopause by Harley Street at Home for additional education, resources and support alongside the care provided by the practice.
Our team will help arrange the most appropriate appointment or direct you to the right service.
Call us: 01384 254 423
Contact us online – Ask a GP a question
All discussions about your health are treated confidentially.