Renita White, MD, is an obstetrician/gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta, Georgia. Her areas of expertise include fibroids, irregular vaginal ...

For many who menstruate, the arrival of their period often brings an unwelcome pause to fitness routines. The familiar symptoms—cramps, fatigue, bloating—can make even getting out of bed feel like a ...

Irregular periods are often dismissed as “normal” in teenagers, and in many cases, they are a natural part of puberty. But doctors say an increasing number of adolescents are facing persistent ...

As anyone who has ever menstruated will know, every period is different. The menstrual cycle can be strongly affected by a variety of internal and external factors, including our lifestyle, weight ...

Menstrual bleeding is considered irregular if it occurs more frequently than every 21 days or lasts longer than 8 days. However, menstrual bleeding is considered irregular if it occurs more frequently ...

Many women assume hormonal imbalance causes menstrual delays, but non-hormonal factors are often responsible. Dr Arushi Sethi explains common triggers and advises when to seek medical help.

An IUD (intrauterine device) is a solid choice for long-term birth control: it can last you for three to 12 years and once inserted, it doesn't require the kind of everyday upkeep that oral ...

Your menstrual cycle is the time between the first day of your last period and the first day of your next period. Most menstrual cycles are 24 to 38 days. When you have a cycle that’s less than 24 ...