When to seek care for pelvic pain
Pelvic pain is common, affecting 15% of women of reproductive age. Pinpointing its cause, whether it's endometriosis, ovarian cysts or musculoskeletal issues, can be a challenge.
May 23, 2024
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Pelvic pain is common, affecting 15% of women of reproductive age. Pinpointing its cause, whether it's endometriosis, ovarian cysts or musculoskeletal issues, can be a challenge.
May 23, 2024
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Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting women, often resulting in painful symptoms such as menstrual cramps and pelvic pain. Pain caused by endometriosis significantly lowers the quality of life and reproductive health ...
Mar 7, 2024
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The Victorian government has announced an inquiry into women's pain. Given women are disproportionately affected by pain, such a thorough investigation is long overdue.
Feb 1, 2024
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Reviewing qualitative studies from the past 20 years, the researchers found a range of contributing factors including: a continuing stigma around periods; society's normalization of menstrual pain; and a lack of medical training ...
Jul 6, 2023
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A Paris suburb on Monday became the first municipality in France to allow women leave if they suffer from conditions linked to their menstrual cycles including period pain and endometriosis.
Mar 27, 2023
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While anyone can experience breast pain, don't panic: It's rarely cancer.
Jan 27, 2023
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If you've ever felt pain, tenderness and tightness—maybe even a sharp, stabbing sensation—in your breasts, it's hard not to jump to conclusions. Could it be the "C" word?
Jan 27, 2023
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Scientists at Nottingham Trent University investigated menstrual cycle characteristics of more than 550 women before and during lockdown.
Dec 6, 2022
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Period pain is a common symptom of the menstrual cycle, affecting about 70% of young women—but it's far from the only symptom.
Nov 25, 2022
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Despite the fact that menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) is the leading cause of school absences for adolescent girls, few girls seek treatment. An analysis of relevant studies suggests that diet may be a key contributor, specifically ...
Oct 13, 2022
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