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Anovulatory Cycles

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I'm 22 years old and have a question—how can you have regular periods and not make an egg? I thought it took dropping progesterone levels for the flow to start.

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Baseline Testing and Monitoring Changes

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I’m 52 years old and skipping periods. I went to my doctor because I can’t sleep, I’m awake sweating and worrying half the night. Plus I feel tired Read more...

Concerned About HRT and Dementia

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Am I wrong to be concerned about HRT and dementia?

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Could I be in Perimenopause?

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I’m starting to notice some peculiar changes—sore breasts, sleep problems and heavier flow, sometimes with clots. Read more...

Decreased Sex Drive After Ovariectomy

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My question relates to concerns of a close friend. She recently had a complete hysterectomy (ovaries also removed). She's 48 years old. Read more...

Depo Provera and Osteoporosis

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I’ve been using Depo Provera and am feeling fine. I started Depo in high school after a surprise pregnancy—I couldn’t remember to take my Pill. Should I be worried about osteoporosis? Read more...

Early Menopause

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I am 39 and having hot flushes and night sweats. I've skipped my period for the last 18 months. Does that mean I am in menopause? Help! I'm too young—what can I do? Read more...

Emergency Contraception is now available over-the-counter!

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I just heard that "The Morning After Pill" can now be bought at a drugstore without a prescription! Read more...

Endometriosis and Natural Progesterone

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My daughter has endometriosis about as badly as you can get. She just had surgery, it was removed, and now they want to stop the periods with synthetic Read more...
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