Karen Gordon
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United Kingdom
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Stretch marks (striae): causes and treatments
Stretch marks are small narrow silver streaks that occur when the skin is stretched quickly. Pregnancy, puberty, and rapid weight gain can all cause stretch marks. → Read More
The telltale signs you have an eye infection
From conjunctivitis to blepharitis, we look at the most common eye infections. → Read More
Rosacea: expert makeup and skincare advice to treat blushed skin
It's estimated that one out of 10 people in the UK have the chronic inflammatory skin condition rosacea, which causes redness to spread over the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. It can also cause swelling, acne-type breakouts of spots, as well as irritated and swollen eyes and eyelids. For anyone who's experienced it first hand, it's not a comfortable condition. → Read More
What is a birth doula and what role do they play during childbirth
Are you finding the thought of birth stressful and scary? A birth doula may be able to help. Doulas, also known as a birth companion, support the mother and the whole family during pregnancy, birth and the first few weeks with a new baby in the form of information and physical and emotional support. → Read More
Urinary incontinence pants: pee-proof underwear explained
One in three women experience unexpected leaks at some point in their lives – and it’s estimated that 3 to 6 million people in the UK have some degree of urinary incontinence. Despite so many women experiencing leaks when they sneeze, cough or exercise, until recently the only products available were disposable pads and panty liners. Fortunately, pee-proof pants could be the answer. → Read More
Karen Gordon
I’m a Content Editor here at NetDoctor. I love green tea, yoga and any recipe that has aubergine in it. I also have a special spot in my heart for pugs. → Read More
Stress in children: how to tell if your child is suffering
Are your children under too much pressure? We speak to the experts about the warning signs of stress in young people. → Read More
The best sources of iron for vegetarians and vegans
Going vegetarian and switching to a plant based diet is so popular right now. Whatever the reason you've decided to become a vegetarian, a diet without meat or fish can be healthy, but because you're eliminating certain food groups from your diet you just have to make sure that you get all your key nutrients from your diet. → Read More
6 common relationship mistakes and how to avoid them
Many couples in long-term relationships make mistakes by repeating the same bad old habits time and time again. Yet some of these common relationship mistakes are avoidable. We spoke to Hilda Burke, psychotherapist, couples counsellor and life coach and Gurpreet Singh, relationship counsellor at Relate to give us some insight. → Read More
Fear of sex: what to do if you find physical intimacy daunting
Whether it’s due to a bad experience in the past, body confidence issues, sexual dysfunction or anticipation about future sexual encounters, fearing physical intimacy is a common issue that many of us face. → Read More
Pregnancy nausea: Morning sickness remedies
Try these morning sickness tips to minimise queasiness and make day-to-day life bearable. → Read More
Body image: 5 ways to boost your self-esteem
Growing evidence reveals that low body confidence affects most people to some degree, irrespective of gender. Finding self-acceptance when you feel down on yourself is hard, but it isn't impossible. Psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos shares her every day tips on how to transform your relationship with yourself into a love affair: → Read More
How to have stronger, more intense orgasms
The six best ways to enhance your solo sexual pleasure → Read More
Here's what to do if you can't orgasm
Reaching an orgasm is typically seen as the end goal of sex for both involved and often trying to achieve one can get in the way of actually enjoying sex. In fact, not making the big ‘O’ affects more women than you might have imagined, with as many as one in three having trouble reaching an orgasm. → Read More
What to do if you're feeling neglected by your partner
Feeling neglected or lonely in a relationship can be a painful - and is often a sign that something isn't right. However, it could be a matter of perception, rather than a list of behaviours. → Read More
11 ways to prepare for an upcoming oscopy
If you have an impending colonoscopy or endoscopy coming up, whether it's your first or you've become more accustomed to them, it's natural to be concerned and want to be as emotionally and physically prepared as possible. → Read More
9 things your pharmacist wishes you knew
Did you know they can save you money, time and embarrassment? → Read More
11 ways to delay ejaculation and still have amazing sex
Around one in three men are dealing with some form of premature ejaculation. Here are 11 ways to delay ejaculation without skimping on sex → Read More
10 simple steps to reduce bloating
10 simple steps to help you beat the bloat, according to the experts → Read More
Family fallout: How to deal with a rift over the festive season
Family fallout: how to deal with a rift over the festive season, and ways to avoid them → Read More