Issues & Conditions

Here’s what the research says about menstrual pain.

Our research finds that 36% of people experience it.

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

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

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

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

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

Here’s what the research says on every method.

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

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

Many people also experience positive premenstrual symptoms

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.

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

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

Endometriosis is a leading cause of pelvic pain, and painful sex—up to 1 in 10 women of reproductive age may...

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

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

How the coronavirus pandemic is impacting reproductive planning

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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...