Issues & Conditions

I couldn’t floss without starting to bleed, and I would bruise so easily. Even just carrying a tote bag on...

One in five women with heavy menstrual bleeding may have a bleeding disorder, but many go undiagnosed.

Vulvar pain during your period? Learn what might be behind it, what to look out for, and how to track...

Clue members can track joint pain and its intensity under the pain category to notice patterns.

Magnesium can reduce menstrual cramps by relaxing the uterus. Learn the best types and dosages for relief.

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

There are several science-backed ways to reduce sudden period cramps. Most effective treatments are easy, low-risk, and inexpensive options...

Breast soreness before your period? Find out what’s behind it, how to ease the pain, and when it’s worth reaching...

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

Ovulation pain is lower abdominal pain that happens in the middle of your menstrual cycle when you ovulate.

The typical perception is, if you have premenstrual syndrome (PMS), you become a bloated, emotional mess for a few days...

PMDD is the most severe form of PMS, affecting people with cycles. We explore if hormonal birth control can help....

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

Period bloating is a common symptom of PMS

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

Tracking symptoms throughout your menstrual cycle can help you understand your experience of PMS.

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

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

Many people also experience positive premenstrual symptoms

How do you treat endometriosis? Learn about modern diagnosis, hormonal and non-hormonal treatments, surgery, and lifestyle support for symptom management.

A guide to endometriosis, its symptoms, and treatments

A conversation with Shannon Cohn

After being told her stage 4 endometriosis was inoperable, Kimberley had to fight to be taken seriously. She shares how...

Managing endometriosis at work can be challenging. Anna shares her experience of endometriosis pain at work, how she navigated her...

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

Lisa opens up about her journey to an endometriosis diagnosis, sharing the challenges she faced along the way.

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

“It took me years to actually think it was a problem – I kept telling myself that it couldn’t be...

Endometriosis has been called the “missed disease” because of its inconsistency in diagnosis and treatment

People with endometriosis share their experiences and advice about treatment

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

How the coronavirus pandemic is impacting reproductive planning

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

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

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often undiagnosed condition. Here are some answers to common questions about PCOS.

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

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

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

I’ve been treating patients with PCOS for 40 years. Here is my approach.

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...