While period cramps are never fun, they can actually be debilitating for those with endometriosis - a disease where rogue uterine tissue turns up in places that it doesn’t belong. Like in other areas of the pelvis… or even in the lungs...

Few mammals actually get periods every month, or even at all, but why? Understanding what menstruation really is and why it happens could help ease symptoms & treat conditions that stem from the reproductive system.

A handful of species on Earth share a seemingly mysterious trait: a menstrual cycle. We're one of the select few mammals on Earth that menstruate, and we also do it more than any other animal, even though it's a waste of nutrients, and...

It’s not “just cramps”, pregnancy will not cure the disease, and yes (sigh)...even teens can get it. People with endometriosis keep getting gaslit. Why is their pain being dismissed? Alok and Sheena talk about how the healthcare system...

In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses five of the biggest myths about the human body.

The video explains the female reproductive cycle, including changes in hormone levels and the process of ovulation. It also compares the hormone levels of men and women, highlighting the significant fluctuations women experience...

This video explains what endometriosis is, its prevalence, and the theories behind its cause. It also discusses the different types and stages of endometriosis, as well as its impact on fertility and menstrual cramps.

This video explains the science behind period cramps by examining the female reproductive system. The uterus grows a thick inner lining called the endometrium every month in preparation for pregnancy, and if pregnancy doesn't occur, the...

This video provides an overview of the female reproductive system and the processes involved in the female reproductive cycle. The video also discusses the various stages of the menstrual cycle, including ovulation and menstruation, and...

Endometriosis | Causes, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment



Endometriosis is a gynecological condition that involves the abnormal presence of endometrial cells/tissue in areas of the body where it should not be....

In this video, a teacher discusses the educational value of cadavers in anatomy labs, specifically focusing on a fetus that was donated to them. They explore the developmental features of the fetus and estimate its gestational age, while...

A short video tutorial on the female reproductive system.

Woman between the ages of 12 and 50 years old undergo a monthly cycle in which their uterus prepares for pregnancy; it prepares for a fertilised egg to settle and grow into a baby. If pregnancy does not occur, the lining breaks down and...