A landmark 2026 New Zealand study surveyed 657 people with endometriosis and found a median diagnostic delay of ten years — and that nearly half had never heard of the condition when their symptoms began.
The Mirena is hugely popular, so if you ask around or do a deep dive, the results can be alarming. Here is an honest, evidence-based look at the most common concerns — bleeding changes, insertion pain, mood, acne, breast cancer risk, and more — with real numbers and named studies.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Your condition has not changed — but the name finally reflects what is actually going on in your body.
New research in The BMJ and JAMA Neurology links long-term Depo-Provera use to a small increase in meningioma risk. This article explains the findings, puts the risk in context, and explores what it means for those using Depo-Provera for contraception or endometriosis management.
Heavy menstrual bleeding is a common problem that can affect work, social life, and overall wellbeing. Many women are told that the main treatments involve hormones — such as the pill, progesterone tablets, or the hormonal IUD. While these are very effective, they don’t suit everyone.
