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Jill Crowe

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Jill Crowe is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Women’s Health Specialist with extensive experience in menopause, sexual health, and lifestyle medicine. She has led patient-centred care initiatives at The Women’s Health Clinic, supporting women through perimenopause and menopause with evidence-based approaches that integrate hormonal, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Jill is passionate about education and empowering women to make informed decisions about their health.

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Before your appointment

What to do before my treatment

Please read the general instructions first, then select your treatment below. These instructions are designed to help you prepare safely and comfortably before attending The Women’s Health Clinic.

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General guidance

Common instructions for all treatments

This page is designed to support your treatment preparation. It does not replace your consultation, medical assessment or personalised advice from your clinician.

Your clinician will confirm whether treatment is suitable for you after reviewing your medical history, symptoms, treatment area and any relevant safety factors.

Please do not stop any prescribed medication unless advised by your GP, specialist, prescribing clinician or the clinic team.

Important

Contact us before attending if you:

Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or think you may be pregnant.
Feel unwell, have a fever, or have an active infection.
Have new or unexplained bleeding, discharge, pain, soreness, ulcers, cuts, rash or irritation in the treatment area.
Have recently started antibiotics, steroids, blood thinners, isotretinoin, or immune-suppressing medication.
Have had recent surgery, a recent procedure in the same area, or a significant change in your medical history.

Pre-treatment instructions

Vaginal PRP

Vaginal PRP uses a sample of your own blood, which is processed and used as part of your treatment. Preparation focuses on comfort, hydration and reducing avoidable bruising.

Essential

Contact us before attending if you have:

Active vaginal, urinary, vulval or pelvic infection symptoms.
New discharge, odour, itching, burning, soreness, ulcers, cuts, rash or unexplained bleeding.
Heavy period bleeding on the day of treatment.
Fever or you feel generally unwell.
A known bleeding disorder or are taking medication that affects bleeding or clotting.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding or possible pregnancy.
Preferred

Helpful preparation:

Stay well hydrated for 24–48 hours before treatment, as a blood sample is usually taken.
Eat normally before your appointment unless the clinic has told you otherwise.
Avoid excessive alcohol for 24–48 hours before treatment.
Avoid non-essential anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac or aspirin for a few days before treatment, unless medically needed.
Avoid non-essential supplements that may increase bruising, such as high-dose fish oil, vitamin E, garlic or ginkgo.
Attend freshly washed, wear comfortable underwear and loose clothing.
Do not apply creams, oils, perfumes or intimate products to the treatment area on the day.
Intercourse guidance
Sexual intercourse before treatment is not automatically a problem. Please avoid anything that causes soreness, irritation, bleeding or discomfort. If this happens, contact the clinic before attending.
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Pre-treatment instructions

Vaginal filler

Vaginal filler is an injectable treatment. Preparation focuses on reducing avoidable bruising, swelling, irritation and infection risk.

Essential

Contact us before attending if you have:

Active vaginal, vulval, urinary or pelvic infection symptoms.
Thrush, bacterial vaginosis symptoms, herpes outbreak, ulcers, cuts, rash, soreness or unexplained bleeding.
Recent illness, fever or you feel unwell.
Recent dental infection, significant dental work, surgery or another procedure close to the treatment date.
A bleeding disorder or are taking blood-thinning medication.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding or possible pregnancy.
A previous serious reaction to dermal filler, local anaesthetic or injectable treatment.
Preferred

Helpful preparation:

Avoid alcohol for 24–48 hours before treatment.
Avoid non-essential anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac or aspirin for a few days before treatment, unless medically needed.
Avoid non-essential supplements that may increase bruising, such as high-dose fish oil, vitamin E, garlic or ginkgo.
Avoid waxing, laser hair removal, depilatory creams or anything that irritates the treatment area for several days before treatment.
Avoid booking treatment immediately before travel or a major event, as swelling or bruising may occur.
Attend freshly washed and wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Do not apply creams, oils, perfumes, deodorants, numbing cream or intimate products to the area unless advised by the clinic.
Intercourse guidance
Intercourse before vaginal filler is not automatically unsafe. The key issue is whether it causes irritation, soreness, swelling, bleeding or micro-trauma. If you feel sore, irritated or notice bleeding afterwards, please contact us before attending.
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Pre-treatment instructions

Vaginal RF treatment

Vaginal radiofrequency treatment uses controlled energy. Your clinician will confirm suitability based on your medical history, symptoms and assessment.

Essential

Contact us before attending if you have:

Active vaginal, urinary, vulval or pelvic infection symptoms.
New discharge, odour, itching, burning, soreness, pelvic pain, ulcers, rash or unexplained bleeding.
Recent childbirth, miscarriage, termination, pelvic surgery or gynaecological procedure.
A pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, neurostimulator or other implanted electronic device.
Metal implant, pelvic mesh, coil/IUD or other internal device that has not already been discussed with the clinic.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding or possible pregnancy.
Fever or you feel unwell.
Preferred

Helpful preparation:

Avoid waxing, laser hair removal, depilatory creams or harsh products in the area for several days before treatment.
Avoid fragranced intimate washes, strong exfoliants or irritants before treatment.
Stay hydrated.
Attend freshly washed.
Do not apply creams, oils, lubricants, perfumes, deodorants or intimate products to the treatment area on the day.
Empty your bladder before treatment if possible.
Wear comfortable underwear and loose clothing.
Intercourse guidance
Sexual intercourse before RF treatment does not usually cause a problem if it is comfortable and gentle. It is only an issue if it leaves the area sore, inflamed, irritated, bleeding or more sensitive than usual.
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Pre-treatment instructions

CO2 skin resurfacing

CO2 skin resurfacing is a laser treatment that requires careful preparation, especially around sun exposure, active skincare and skin irritation.

Essential

Contact us before attending if you have:

Active infection, cold sore, open wound, broken skin, rash or inflamed skin in the treatment area.
Recent significant sun exposure, sunburn, tanning or fake tan on the area.
Recent use of isotretinoin/Roaccutane, unless already discussed with your clinician.
A history of poor wound healing, keloid scarring, pigmentation problems or previous laser complications.
Fever or you feel unwell.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding or possible pregnancy.
Recently started antibiotics, steroids, immune-suppressing medication or blood-thinning medication.
Preferred

Helpful preparation:

Avoid sunbeds, tanning, fake tan and deliberate sun exposure for 2–4 weeks before treatment.
Use daily broad-spectrum SPF as advised.
Avoid chemical peels, aggressive exfoliation, laser, microneedling, waxing or active skin procedures unless approved by your clinician.
Stop retinoids, retinol, tretinoin, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, scrubs and other active or irritating skincare 5–7 days before treatment, unless advised otherwise.
Avoid starting new skincare products shortly before treatment.
Avoid alcohol for 24–48 hours before treatment if possible.
Attend with clean skin and no makeup, SPF, moisturiser, perfume, oils, fake tan or active skincare on the treatment area.
Planning around downtime
Please avoid scheduling CO2 skin resurfacing immediately before important events. Redness, swelling, peeling, crusting and downtime may occur depending on treatment intensity and individual response.
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Pre-treatment instructions

Vaginal CO2 laser

Vaginal CO2 laser is an energy-based intimate treatment. Your clinician will confirm suitability after assessment and will advise whether treatment is appropriate for your symptoms and clinical history.

Essential

Contact us before attending if you have:

Active vaginal, vulval, urinary or pelvic infection symptoms.
New discharge, odour, itching, burning, soreness, ulcers, cuts, rash or unexplained bleeding.
Heavy period bleeding on the day of treatment.
Recent childbirth, miscarriage, termination, pelvic surgery or gynaecological procedure.
Recent abnormal smear result, unexplained bleeding or symptoms that have not yet been assessed.
Known active herpes outbreak or open skin/mucosal lesions in the area.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding or possible pregnancy.
Fever or you feel generally unwell.
Preferred

Helpful preparation:

Attend freshly washed and wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Do not apply creams, oils, lubricants, perfumes, deodorants or intimate products to the treatment area on the day.
Avoid waxing, laser hair removal, depilatory creams or harsh intimate products for several days before treatment.
Avoid anything that causes friction, soreness or irritation before your appointment.
Stay hydrated.
Empty your bladder before treatment if possible.
Bring a pantyliner if you wish.
Intercourse guidance
Intercourse before vaginal CO2 laser is not automatically a problem. Please avoid intercourse or activity that causes soreness, irritation, bleeding or discomfort before your appointment. If you develop symptoms, contact the clinic before attending.
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Important note

Your treatment may need to be postponed if it is safer to do so

Your treatment may need to be postponed if you attend with infection, irritation, unexplained symptoms, recent sun exposure, unsuitable medication history, or any factor that may increase risk. This is for your safety and to allow your clinician to confirm suitability properly. Educational only. Not a diagnosis or medical advice. Suitability is confirmed after consultation and assessment. Results vary. Not a cure.

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