IBD and pregnancy, teenage periods: what can I safely prescribe?

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[upbeat music] Hello.

I'm Lucy Cox.

And I'm Nick Kendrew.

We're both part of the Red Whale team.

Come with us as we make your life easier and reignite your passion for primary care.

Welcome to the "How Long Until the Bank Holiday?" Primary Care Pod from Red Whale.

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The Primary Care Pod from Red Whale.

If you're listening on your way home, whilst cooking the dinner, or even having your Sunday brunch, here's what's bubbling up as we dive in search of our pearls for the second time this month.

[dramatic music] [water gurgling] Inflammatory bowel disease, getting contraception and pregnancy care right.

Inflammatory bowel disease from diagnosis to referral to shared care has been one of the most popular topics in the current season of the GP Update course.

Because IBD is often diagnosed in people in their late teens and twenties, reproductive health and pregnancy are key considerations in primary care.

We shared our pearl on inflammatory bowel disease and pregnancy, so we'll be covering contraceptive choices, preconception advice for males and females, pregnancy, and postnatal care, including breastfeeding.

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Menstrual problems in adolescence, a practical guide.

Menstrual problems are common in this age group and have a significant impact on quality of life, wellbeing, and participation in day-to-day activities generally.

But the summer holidays often bring more young people into general practice wanting to sort out their periods, because they may be going on a beach holiday or going to spend time in a pool or a swimsuit, and heavy periods can be particularly difficult to manage in the summer months, and this may be a source of embarrassment and distress in that younger cohort of women.

Young people may also be reluctant to talk about it and seek medical advice, so when they do consult, these conversations really matter.

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