Author
Xenia E.
Xenia E.

Xenia E. (she/they) is a freelance sex and mental health writer. She focuses on reproductive justice, LGBTQIA+ issues, menstrual equity, gender, and trauma. She holds a BA in writing from The New School.

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Reproductive Health
Learn How to Check Your IUD Strings and Why That’s Important
By Xenia E.
You should know what IUD strings feel like and how to find them.
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Cancer
Why Does Ovarian Cancer Recur so Frequently?
By Xenia E.
Often diagnosed in later stages, the disease has a tendency to return after initial treatment.
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STDs/STIs
Get the Lowdown on Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
By Xenia E.
Find out the signs and symptoms of this infection, and how it's diagnosed and prevented.
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Sex
The Role and Impact of Estrogen
By Xenia E.
This group of hormones influences metabolism, cholesterol, DNA repair, sex drive and more.
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PCOS
Consistency Just Might Be the Key to Managing PCOS
By Xenia E.
Seeing a doctor regularly and changing some lifestyle habits can help you avoid complications.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
How Miscarriages Are Diagnosed and How Some May Be Prevented
By Xenia E.
There are many ways to lose a pregnancy early, but you may be able to reduce your risk.
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Menopause
Perimenopause: What It Is and How to Know You're Going Through It
By Xenia E.
The period between a woman's reproductive years and menopause can bring myriad symptoms.
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Vaginal Health
Why You Could Have PID Despite a Lack of Symptoms
By Xenia E.
Pelvic inflammatory disease may be a silent guest in your body, but there are ways to find out.
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Uterine Health
Fallopian Tubes Are Essential to Reproduction
By Xenia E.
Here's everything you need to know about the role these ducts play in the fertilization process.
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Menstruation
Familiarize Yourself With the Purpose and Symptoms of Menstruation
By Xenia E.
The monthly period is one aspect of the menstrual cycle that's vital to reproductive health.