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Late Ovulation: Symptoms, Why It Occurs & How to Treat

Late ovulation is characterized by ovulation that occurs after the time it was expected to have happened, usually after the 21st day of the menstrual cycle. This can happen due to stress, hormonal changes or due to the use of medication. Learn more about why late ovulation occurs and how it's treated.

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Birth Control Implant: When It's Indicated & How It's Inserted

A birth control implant is a contraceptive method that is placed in a woman's arm between the 1st and 5th day of the menstrual cycle. It that releases hormones into the bloodstream that are capable of preventing pregnancy. Learn more about a birth control implant, how it works, and how it is inserted.

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Retroverted Uterus: Symptoms, Causes & How It Affects Pregnancy

A retroverted uterus refers to a uterus that is tilted backwards. It rarely causes symptoms, nor does it affect fertility but some women may report pelvic pain or difficulty with urination or bowel movements. Read about possible symptoms, causes and treatment options (like surgery) for a retroverted uterus.

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Endometritis: Signs & Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Endometritis is a condition that causes an inflammation of the uterus, leading to very uncomfortable symptoms, such as foul-smelling discharge, pain while urinating or constant pain in the lower abdomen. Learn more about endometritis, it's causes, symptoms and treatment options.

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Cramps But No Period: 8 Common Causes (& What To Do)

Cramps but no period can occur with pregnancy or ovulation, or it can be a sign of another condition like endometriosis or uterine fibroids. You should see a gynecologist if you frequently experience cramps outside of a period or if cramps are very intense so that the underlying cause can be identified and treated.

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Intramural Fibroid: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Intramural fibroids are a type of benign tumor that can cause symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramps and abnormal periods. Learn more about what causes intramural fibroids, the symptoms they can cause, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

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Vaginitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes, Types & Treatment

Vaginitis is an inflammation of the vaginal mucosa that can be caused by an imbalance in vaginal flora, infections, allergies or hormonal changes during menopause or pregnancy. Learn more about what vaginitis is, what causes it , its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated.

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Low Testosterone in Women: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Low testosterone in women can cause symptoms such as changes in libido and mood or a decrease in muscle and bone mass. Testosterone can be increased with the use of medication or through natural means. Check out other symptoms of low testosterone in women and how to increase it naturally or with medication.

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Breast Pain: 11 Common Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

Breast pain can be caused by common hormonal changes like PMS, menstruation or menopause. However, it can also be associated with more serious conditions like mastitis, cysts or even breast cancer. Learn about the most common causes of breast pain, how to treat it and when you should see a doctor.

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Spotting Between Periods: 7 Causes & What to Do

Spotting between periods can be normal, especially after completing a vaginal exam, or after a recent birth control change, but it can also be a sign of a health problem, like ovarian cysts or uterine polyps. Learn about what causes spotting between periods and when to see your doctor.

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Polyps in Uterus: Symptoms, Infertility, Causes & Treatment

A polyp in the uterus is a benign tumor that can cause symptoms like bleeding outside of a period, heavy menstrual flow, abdominal pain and/or difficulty getting pregnant in some cases. Learn more about better what uterine polyps are, what causes them, other symptoms they present with and how they are treated.

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Skene's Gland: What They're For, Cyst Symptoms & Treatment

Skene's glands are part of a woman's reproductive system and are located on the sides of the urethra. These glands can become inflamed, causing symptoms such as vaginal pain and swelling. Learn more about what these glands are and how to inflammation is treated.

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Vaginal Dryness: 10 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Vaginal dryness can occur due to common hormonal changes that occur due to breastfeeding or menopause, but it can also arise due to allergies, anxiety, or even lack of stimulation during sex. Learn more about what causes vaginal dryness and what to do to treat it.

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Endometrial Hyperplasia: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Endometrial hyperplasia is an increase in thickness of the endometrium. This condition causes symptoms such as irregular periods and vaginal bleeding outside of the menstrual period or after menopause. Learn more about what causes endometrial hyperplasia, the symptoms associated with it, and how it's treated.

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Endometriosis Symptoms (In the Bladder, Bowels or Ovaries)

Endometriosis is a condition syndrome in which the tissue that lines the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows in other places within the abdomen, such as the ovaries, bladder, or bowels. Find out how to identify the main symptoms of endometriosis that speaks to other areas.