Marcella Israel, MD, OB/GYN

A guide to endometriosis, its symptoms, and treatments

Period bloating is a common symptom of PMS

The best way to work around PMS is to figure out your unique patterns.

Does birth control affect sex drive? Explore the research and find tips for improving libido.

People with PCOS are about 3 times more likely to experience depression and anxiety

Find out about progesterone's role in your cycle, ovulation, & during pregnancy. Learn about levels, low progesterone, and the...

Estrogen plays a crucial role in regulating your menstrual cycle. Find out about everything you need to know about...

There are several science-backed ways to reduce sudden period cramps. Most effective treatments are easy, low-risk, and inexpensive options...

Serena Williams has openly shared her struggles with debilitating menstrual migraines. Similarly, runner Dina Asher-Smith could not complete a race...

Learn how conception works, from fertilization and implantation to the earliest stages of pregnancy.

Pelvic exams and Pap smears are essential for reproductive health—here’s how they differ.

Vaginal dryness is common but treatable, and can happen at any age.

Your body may give you a few clues as to when your period is going to start.

Fibroids are abnormal growths of muscle tissue that form in or on the walls of the uterus.

You can expect around five tablespoons of blood during menstruation, but every person differs. What is normal for you may...

Track your periods, body temperature, cervical fluid, and ovulation tests.

We spoke to Anne Marieke Doornweerd, a PhD candidate at Utrecht University, to learn more about emotions and the brain.

Vaginal discharge changes throughout your menstrual cycle—from dry days to stretchy, egg-white fluid around ovulation. Understanding these patterns helps you...

Light vaginal bleeding or spotting in early pregnancy is a common occurrence and usually not a cause for concern....

Late periods can be caused by a variety of factors, including pregnancy, stress, lifestyle changes, and underlying health conditions. If...

Trans inclusion does not exclude women. We are here to explain why.

If you’re not sure how long to wait to have sex after birth, when to start birth control, or what...

Missing a birth control pill can be stressful, especially if you’ve had unprotected sex. However, knowing what to do next,...

Is it possible to get pregnant from precum? This article breaks down the facts, risks, and what you need to...

Most home pregnancy tests give an accurate result once your period is a few days late, or about two weeks...

Hormonal birth control uses hormones to affect your body’s normal cycle. Different types of hormonal birth control have different impacts...

“Productivity” is pretty ambiguous and hard to study. Despite this, many researchers are trying to find out how the menstrual...

The color of your vaginal discharge will change throughout your menstrual cycle and depending on your reproductive life stage

There is nothing “dirty” or dangerous about menstrual blood. 

If you are 35 or older, it’s likely that what you’ve read on the internet or heard from friends might...

It’s common to worry about whether you can swim on your period, Clue has all your questions answered.

The significance of period blood color is commonly misunderstood.

Choosing the type of birth control that’s right for you can be overwhelming. Don’t worry—we’re here to help.

What are the baby blues? Postpartum mood disorders 101

Understanding what is normal and what might indicate a hormonal disorder may also put you at ease no matter what...