Many women use hypnosis to ease the pain of childbirth. When it comes to using hypnosis during labor, the theory is this: If you're scared, your body will respond accordingly by producing adrenaline, ...

Doctors warn that chronic period pain is often a symptom of underlying conditions such as endometriosis and adenomyosis.

Women are dramatically more likely than men to suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic condition causing ...

UCSF researchers showed that estrogen can turn on pain signals in the gut, offering new insights into conditions like ...

Gut problems like irritable bowel syndrome are often worse in women. A mouse study reveals a pain pathway involving estrogen, ...

Sydney’s devastated Jewish community gathered for the funeral of “Matilda Bee,” an ebullient, smiling 10-year-old girl.

Mercedes Wells begged nurses to listen. She was in active labor and in severe pain. However, instead of being treated, she was dismissed.

Joint pain and body aches are also common. How menopause causes these symptoms isn’t fully understood, but experts say they ...

Yes. Nitrous oxide is safe for both you and your baby. It has been used worldwide for decades and does not slow labor or affect the baby’s breathing or Apgar scores. Some patients may feel dizzy, ...

*Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) has introduced legislation aimed at preventing hospitals from discharging women during active labor, particularly addressing the disproportionate risks Black women face in ...

University of Melbourne provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation AU. Donald Trump’s net approval is up a little after a slump to a term low on November 23, as Republicans hold a ...