In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Dr Talat Uppal. Talat is a gynaecologist and obstetrician, specialising in heavy bleeding. She is also the founder and director of Women’s Health Road, an innovative and multidisciplinary medical centre for women. In this episode, Dr Shauna and Dr Talat discuss topics including: Early life and career journey into medicine Discovering her passion What is the normal age to get your first period? Irregular periods in adolescents Why we shouldn't normalise painful period symptoms How do you know if your bleeding is heavy? What is normal vs abnormal when it comes to periods Endometriosis: what is it? Bleeding during the perimenopause What treatments are available if you suffer from heavy bleeding? Iron deficiency caused by heavy periods Bleeding after sex Postmenopausal bleeding Hysterectomy: what is it and who should have one? Ovarian cancer: what are the causes and symptoms? Recovering from a hysterectomy Creating Women's Health Road A piece of advice for her 20-something self For more information and resources from Talat: Instagram: @_womenshealthroad Website: Women's Health Road Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. Watch the episode on Youtube - https://youtu.be/xuE5qeCQ0zw Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social: Instagram: @allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts @drshaunawattsgp LinkedIn: Dr Shauna Watts

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