It's no surprise to us, but many people are shocked to learn that one in three women experience menstrual abnormalities or pelvic issues. Â
Despite conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, and pelvic-floor muscle dysfunction affecting up to half the population, the stream of funding for research and new treatments is severely lacking.
Enter Dr. Karen Tang, MD, MPH (aka @KarenTangMD on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube).
Not only is Dr. Tang an internationally recognized leader in reproductive health, but she is the one who actually took the time to listen to my concerns and surgically diagnose me with endometriosis. I am forever grateful for Dr. Tang and now she is gifting the world with It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health, a comprehensive guide to common conditions and potential treatment options, with her practical tools and sample questions to ask providers.Â
It's Not Hysteria shares critical knowledge that anyone impacted by these conditions desperately needs.Â
Dr. Tang covers everything from the anatomy and reproductive health basics you wish you learned at school to accessible advice that empowers readers to take action and advocate for themselves with their healthcare professionals.
If you want to learn more about your body and how to champion your health, I highly recommend picking up a copy.
It's Not Hysteria: Everything You Need to Know About Your Reproductive Health is available now.