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November 6, 2025/Women's Health

Are Premenopausal Cold Flashes a Thing?

A women’s health specialist explains those cold flashes that come on quickly

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November 4, 2025/Women's Health

Hypomenorrhea: Understanding Light Periods

Stress, PCOS, perimenopause or hyperthyroidism may cause a low flow

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October 17, 2025/Women's Health

Menstrual Pads 101: How To Choose and Use Them

Pads are a low-effort option for period management and come in different absorbencies, materials and shapes

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October 16, 2025/Women's Health

What Actually Helps Period Cramps?

Heat therapy, light exercise and anti-inflammatory medications can bring relief

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October 15, 2025/Women's Health

Why You Might Gain Weight Around Your Period

Fluctuating hormones, water retention and a change in habits can cause temporary weight gain

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October 10, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

What Women Living With Multiple Sclerosis Need To Know

MS symptoms often feel worse before your period starts, and the condition may progress in menopause

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September 29, 2025/Women's Health

Why Are Your Breasts Itchy?

Dry skin, eczema, allergies and infections can all cause itchiness — but in some cases, itching may signify a more serious health condition

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September 24, 2025/Women's Health

How Stress Can Impact Your Menstrual Cycle

Stress can cause light, late or nonexistent periods — which may eventually create a hormonal imbalance

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September 23, 2025/Women's Health

Period Blood Comes in Different Colors: Here’s What They Mean

Your period typically gets darker as the days go on, starting out pink and changing to red, dark red and even brown

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September 22, 2025/Women's Health

Should Women Get Treatment for Low Testosterone?

Testosterone therapy may be an option for women to help address low libido

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