Issues & Conditions

I couldn’t floss without starting to bleed, and I would bruise so easily. Even just carrying a tote bag on...

One in five women with heavy menstrual bleeding may have a bleeding disorder, but many go undiagnosed.

People with menstrual pain often look for other alternatives to painkillers and birth control.

There might be a connection between your menstrual cycle and your headaches.

Ovulation pain is lower abdominal pain that happens in the middle of your menstrual cycle when you ovulate.

Here’s what the research says about menstrual pain.

From getting a good bra to trying meditation, find out what you can do to relieve the discomfort.

Magnesium promotes healthy estrogen clearance and may help to prevent period pain. Magnesium can also relieve symptoms of perimenopause and...

The best way to work around PMS is to figure out your unique patterns.

Period bloating is a common symptom of PMS

Premenstrual magnification is when mental and physical health conditions are premenstrually aggravated.

The typical perception is, if you have premenstrual syndrome (PMS), you become a bloated, emotional mess for a few days...

Tracking symptoms throughout your menstrual cycle can help you understand your experience of PMS.

A 2017 study shows that premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) might be linked to observable genetic behavior within cells.

Here’s what the research says on every method.

Premenstrual syndrome often has a bad reputation, but we’ve learned to look at it in a whole new way. Here’s...

Many people also experience positive premenstrual symptoms

Tracking endometriosis symptoms can create a detailed record which may help your healthcare provider with diagnosis and in forming a...

“It took me years to actually think it was a problem – I kept telling myself that it couldn’t be...

A guide to endometriosis, its symptoms, and treatments

Endometriosis is a complicated illness. Those who have it often also experience delayed diagnoses, hit-and-miss treatments, and a general lack...

Endometriosis has been called the “missed disease” because of its inconsistency in diagnosis and treatment

People with endometriosis share their experiences and advice about treatment

Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease, affecting up to 1 in 10 women, and yet treatment options are limited.

If you menstruate, you might be concerned about how the COVID-19 pandemic could impact your cycle or access to period...

How the coronavirus pandemic is impacting reproductive planning

The coronavirus pandemic might impact how you can access birth control. Here’s the latest information on contraceptive access during coronavirus...

Science is evolving each day on how coronavirus affects pregnancy, lactation, and postpartum. Here’s the latest research on how pregnant...

PCOS is a common disorder, but it remains undiagnosed and unmanaged in most people who have it

People with PCOS are about 3 times more likely to experience depression and anxiety

I’ve been treating patients with PCOS for 40 years. Here is my approach.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed condition. Here are some answers to common questions about PCOS.

Getting pregnant when you have PCOS can be a challenge, but treatments are available to help.

Dr. Shruthi Mahalingaiah, a physician-scientist and Clue collaborator, talks about the steps she takes with her patients to evaluate irregular...

My approach to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is to treat the patient, not the PCOS label.

Not everyone has the same experience of PCOS symptoms management or treatment. We reached out via social media and asked...

Not everyone has the same experience of PCOS symptoms and diagnosis. We reached out via social media and asked people...