Missing your period, known as amenorrhea, can be a real head-scratcher, especially when pregnancy is off the table. Health experts say there are a bunch of medical reasons and lifestyle factors that ...

In moments like those-you know, after you curse those menstrual goddesses-you might think, damn, if only I could will my period to come when I wanted it to. Menstrual cycles typically last 28 days, ...

There’s a certain kind of tired that hits before your period—and it’s not just the usual PMS moodiness or bloating. It’s heavier. Almost like you’re catching something. Your body starts to feel sore, ...

Missed periods can be caused by stress, rapid weight loss, breastfeeding, or hormonal changes. Conditions like PCOS, thyroid problems, or primary ovarian insufficiency can also affect your period. A ...

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