When it comes to getting pregnant, you probably have many questions, and—if you have irregular or nonexistent menses—you may wonder if you can ovulate without your period. Along those lines, can you ...

Even if you’re not relying on a trusty cycle tracker, everyone has their sure-fire signs that their period is about to begin. Maybe you get a breakout or start to feel more sensitive. Me? I start to ...

The credit (blame?) lies with fluctuations in one specific hormone.

Period cramps without a period may be caused by ovulation, fibroids. endometriosis, or pregnancy. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications like Advil can help treat most cramps. See a healthcare ...

Renita White, MD, is an obstetrician/gynecologist at Georgia Obstetrics and Gynecology in Atlanta, Georgia. Her areas of expertise include fibroids, irregular vaginal ...

Medically reviewed by Soma Mandal, MD You may have excess gas before your period due to hormonal changes.Try changing your diet, like avoiding sweeteners ending in "-ol," to ease gas symptoms.Hormonal ...

Fertility experts explain how ovulation timing, sperm lifespan and cycle changes affect your fertile window and why common myths can be misleading.