When you think about heavy periods, brain health probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. We usually focus on physical exhaustion, severe cramps, or the daily disruption. But losing significant amounts of blood month after month can directly impact how your brain functions. Data from the NIH shows that about 10% of women…
A decidual hemorrhage means bleeding inside the lining of the uterus (the decidua) during pregnancy. It usually happens in early pregnancy and may appear on an ultrasound as a small blood collection. Many women have healthy pregnancies after a small decidual hemorrhage, but larger hemorrhages can increase the risk of complications. Pregnancy bleeding can be…
Seeing a very very faint line on a pregnancy test that is almost invisible can leave you with more questions than answers. You may find yourself holding the test under a bright light, tilting it from side to side, or even asking someone else, “Do you see it too?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not…
Endometriosis affects women in unprecedented ways. According to the Office on Women’s Health, it impacts more than 11% of American women between the ages of 15 and 44. This condition is especially common in women in their 30s and 40s, and it can make getting pregnant more challenging. Living with endometriosis can feel like a…
Quick Answer You may be losing too much blood during your period if you soak a pad or tampon every hour for two or more consecutive hours, bleed for longer than 7 days, pass blood clots larger than a quarter, or develop symptoms such as dizziness, unusual weakness, shortness of breath, or fainting. These may…
If you found a fleshy piece of tissue or a large lump in the toilet during your period, you may wonder if it was a fibroid. This situation can be frightening. The good news is that most fibroids stay attached to the uterus and do not come out on their own. However, in rare cases,…
Passing a golf ball sized blood clot during your period can be scary. You may wonder if it is normal bleeding or a sign of miscarriage. This guide explains what causes large clots, how to tell menstrual clots from pregnancy tissue, and when to call a doctor. A golf ball sized blood clot is large….
If you’ve searched for ways to end a pregnancy at home, you’re not alone and you deserve real, honest information, not judgment. People search for this for many different reasons: an unplanned pregnancy, fear of telling family, no health insurance, no nearby clinic, or simply not knowing what options actually exist. Whatever brought you here,…
Key Takeaways If you’re reading this because you’re worried about your pregnancy, take a breath. You’re not alone, and searching for answers is a normal, caring thing to do. A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks. Most losses happen in the first trimester, and many things that can cause a miscarriage…
Passing a large piece of tissue during your period can be frightening. Many people search online because they have PCOS and wonder if the two are connected. A decidual cast happens when the entire lining of the uterus leaves the body in one piece instead of breaking apart during a normal period. It is rare….