Female Health
At Lambay Family Practice, we care for all aspects of female health from contraception to menopause, smear checks and breast health, as well as antenatal and post-natal care.
We are experienced in dealing with a full range of gynaecological issues such as problems with menstruation, menopause, urination and pelvic pain.
Cervical Screening (Smear Tests)
If you have received your CervicalCheck letter, please contact reception to make an appointment.
Cervical screening is a method of preventing cervical cancer by detecting abnormal cells in the cervix (lower part of the womb). Cervical screening is not a test for cancer, but it is a test to check the health of the cervix. The National Cervical Screening Programme, CervicalCheck, provides free smear tests to women aged 25 to 65.
A smear test is a simple procedure that only takes minutes and is the most effective way to detect changes in the cells of the cervix. Most women’s test results show that everything is normal. But for one in 20 women, the test will show some changes in the cells of the cervix. In Ireland about 200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. It is the second most common female cancer in Europe.
Breast Check
Breast cancer is the most common female cancer in Ireland. About 2,700 women get breast cancer in Ireland each year. Most of them (8 out of 10) are over 50, but younger women, and in rare cases men, can also get breast cancer.
BreastCheck is a Government-funded programme providing breast screening and invites women aged 50 to 69 for a free mammogram on an area-by-area basis every two years. The aim of BreastCheck is to reduce deaths from breast cancer by finding and treating the disease at an early stage.
It is important for women of all ages to regularly check their breasts for lumps and changes. Watch this video on how to check your breasts for more information.
Menopause & HRT
Our Doctor’s offer individualised menopause consultations, targeted to the specific needs of each woman. These appointments are 30 minutes long. When making your appointment please advise reception, so they can book you in with the appropriate doctor for the correct appointment duration.
If you feel you are struggling with any aspect of your menopause journey, we are here for advice and help. You are not alone. Whatever the symptoms, help is available for you.
Your health is your responsibility and you are in charge of your own well-being.
Useful Links & Resources
- Healthier Living– advice on how to improve your health, manage your weight, quit smoking or reduce your alcohol intake.
- Cancer
- Irish Nutrition & Dietetic Institute – Female Nutrition
- Safe Ireland (Domestic Abuse) – Everyone has the right to live free from violence and abuse. If you are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. There is support available to you. Find your local refuge here.
- ie – contraceptive choices, sexually transmitted infections, free home STI kits, unplanned pregnancy information
- HSE Your Sexual Health – resources and information
- ICGP – Menopause
- Irish Cancer Society – How to check your breasts
