Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...

Period cramps without a period may be caused by ovulation, fibroids. endometriosis, or pregnancy. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications like Advil can help treat most cramps. See a healthcare ...

For people who get periods, a bit of menstrual pain is, unfortunately, a normal part of life. Every month, the body releases an influx of hormones known as prostaglandins, which cause the uterus to ...

Changes to how long periods last, such as shorter or longer cycles and lighter or heavier periods, can be the first perimenopause symptoms. Perimenopause is the time leading up to menopause, or the ...

The taboo around periods and menstruation is still, sadly, a thing. Consider this: When was the last time you, a person with a uterus, loudly announced to your coworkers that you needed a tampon, ...

Menopause is a complex hormonal shift extending beyond hot flashes and missed periods, impacting overall health. Subtle, ...