Credit: Getty Images ACOG recently updated its clinical practice guidelines regarding the initial evaluation of patients presenting with postmenopausal bleeding. Endometrial ultrasound alone is not ...

For most women past puberty, the uterine lining (endometrium) sheds from the body roughly every month if there is no fertilized egg present. Then, the uterus rebuilds itself to prepare for a potential ...

The exact cause of endometriosis is not fully understood, but it can lead to a variety of symptoms, including chronic pelvic ...

Investigating lifestyle factors, this study highlights their role in quality of life for women with endometriosis, advocating for personalized care strategies.

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

Perimenopause is the natural transitional phase that occurs right before menopause. This is when a woman's ovaries gradually ...

The shedding of uterine tissue and blood typically happens once per cycle — roughly once a month. Each cycle ends with a menstrual period. Some women get more than one period per month, for a variety ...

Periods can be a lot of things. For many, painful cramps are simply the norm. This can impact your work life, social life, energy, mood, and even the quality of your sleep. If you’re someone who ...

Brandi Jones has over two decades of experience as a nurse in an acute care setting. Her clinical background includes pediatrics, medical-surgical, and women's health. She also specializes in ...

Good menstrual hygiene management helps women and girls stay in school, access jobs, and realize their full economic potential. The negative impacts of a lack of good menstrual health and hygiene cut ...