Relief is possible when pain is taken seriously, not dismissed as an unavoidable harm of pregnancy.

When a teenage girl clutches her stomach in pain every month, she is often handed a hot water bottle and a few painkillers. “It’s just cramps. You’ll be fine,” she is told.For many parents, it is seen ...

This condition, which occurs more often in women of an older age who have given birth, is caused by weakened or damaged pelvic-floor muscles and ligaments.

About half to three-quarters of expectant mothers experience pain during pregnancy that is largely untreated, contributing to ...

Untreated chronic pain patients on waitlists for psychological care show no significant symptom change over short periods, according to a recent meta-analysis.

One of the biggest myths about endometriosis is that it magically disappears when menopause begins. But there’s no real ...

From swelling to varicose veins, Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains why patients should not ignore signs of ...

Discover how modern science and compassionate care combine to help women overcome vaginismus through evidence-based physical ...

In the HelloNation article, Dr. Schroeder explains that pelvic floor muscles do much more than support bladder control. These ...

You may feel the urge to pee after you just used the bathroom because of infections, underlying short or long-term health ...

Two leading G.I. doctors explain eight common reasons the experience doesn't feel like relief, and when it's not just a ...

Imagine you’re a 47-year-old mother of two in Bozeman, juggling work, family and a busy household. After months of dealing with heavy bleeding and chronic pelvic pain, your doctor recommends ...