Adenomyosis

A condition where the tissue from the lining of the uterus grows into the uterine wall. It can cause the uterus to double or triple in size. Symptoms include heavy periods, cramping and painful sex.

Bacterial Vaginosis

A common vaginal infection that happens when normal vaginal bacteria overgrows, causing a bacterial imbalance.

Dyspareunia

Genital pain during or after sexual intercourse. Can be felt on the vulva or internally on the

Endometriosis

A condition in which tissue that is similar to the lining of the uterus grows in other places of the body.

Hysterectomy

A surgery where the uterus is removed.

Perimenopause

The transitional period before menopause. Levels of estrogen can start to decrease, periods may be irregular and hot flashes may occur.

Amenorrhea

The absence of menstrual periods. There is primary and secondary Amenorrhea.

Some causes of Amenorrhea can be normal, though it can also be caused by other conditions or medications.

Dysmenorrhea

Pain associated to menstruation. Ranges from mild to debilitating, depending on the person.

Endometrial hyperplasia

A condition where the lining of the uterus is abnormally thick. It causes heavy menstrual bleeding and can lead to cancer.

There are four types of Endometrial hyperplasia: Simple, complex, simple atypical, and complex atypical

Endometrium

The lining of the uterus.

Menopause

The stage in life when menstruation stops. It usually marks the end of the reproductive phase for folks who menstruate.

Polycystic ovary syndrome

An imbalance of hormones, usually starting in an excess of a hormone called androgen while leads to small sacs (cysts) of fluid developing on the ovaries