Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to that found in the lining of the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows outside the uterus.
Menorrhagia is a very heavy period that lasts for more than seven days. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A precancerous condition in which there is an irregular thickening of the uterine lining.
Abnormal uterine bleeding—or menstrual bleeding that is unpredictable in timing, amount or duration—is a common problem among women. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A condition in which the lining of the uterus grows into the muscle walls of the uterus.
Uterine fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) growths that may cause pelvic pain, swelling, discomfort during sex, bleeding and other problems.
A medical term for pain and discomfort associated with menstrual periods
Abdominal pain is a common symptom; emergency medicine doctors use physical exams and other tools to diagnose its cause.
Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes fatigue and a pattern of unexplained mild-to-intense pain throughout the body. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Amenorrhea, which is the absence of menstruation, can be a symptom of other conditions including hormonal, genetic, and structural disorders.