Gastrointestinal problems are reported to affect women differently, with various factors and conditions contributing to these differences. The relationship between hormones and gut health is noted, particularly in relation to conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome and menopause. However, the specific ways in which gastrointestinal issues affect women is not clearly defined, with reports touching on a range of topics including endometriosis, Crohn's disease, and ankylosing spondylitis.