A major study of around 260,000 women shows that taking the progesterone-only contraceptive pill can increase asthma attacks in some women. The research, published in ERJ Open Research [1], shows an ...

If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal hormone therapy and feel like you’ve gained a little weight, you’re certainly not alone. We often associate both of these regimens with weight ...

Have you ever wondered why you feel warmer or slightly feverish during early pregnancy? This subtle rise in body temperature is a good sign that your body is functioning as it should. Progesterone, ...

Low progesterone levels may cause abnormal uterine bleeding, headaches, or mood changes. Treatments typically include progesterone supplementation or hormone therapy. Progesterone is a female sex ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal hormone therapy and feel like you’ve gained a little weight, you’re certainly not alone ...