Getting your period isn't much fun for most women - but missing it when you're sure you're not pregnant can definitely be worrying. This could be a sign of amenorrhea, a condition where about 1 in 25 menstruating women stop getting their periods. It often hints that something's out of balance in your body. ...
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Ah, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). For some of us, this phrase triggers a wave of dread. But don’t worry—with the right knowledge, you can successfully manage PMDD and get through the monthly cycle with your sanity intact. So, let's take a light-hearted look at Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder and explore its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and ...
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Most women will experience some form of dysmenorrhea, or pain during menstruation, at some point in their lives. For some, the pain is mild and manageable. For others, it can be severe enough to interfere with daily activities. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for dealing with dysmenorrhea, there are a few things that ...
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Toxic Shock Syndrome is a warning you may have seen on your package of tampons or other feminine products. The name itself sounds pretty scary, and that's because it can be a very serious illness if not treated properly. Toxic Shock Syndrome, also known as TSS, is a very real risk if you don't ...
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Adenomyosis is a disease that causes many symptoms that women experience without understanding the cause. Women just accept that their period is painful without realizing it is due to a disorder. This disease affects the uterus and can lead to infertility and other issues. Adenomyosis is often misdiagnosed as other conditions, such as fibroids ...
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Women's menstrual cycles are all unique to each person. For some, their period comes like clockwork every 28 days. For many, their cycle length varies every month by a few days. And some women even experience periods so irregular that they are impossible to track. You may wonder, how do you know if your ...
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We are talking about female human eggs, not your breakfast! While you may know you have them, most women don't know much about their eggs and only a little about their menstrual cycle. Human eggs are fascinating, and the egg cell is critically essential to fertility and family planning. Egg quality and fertility is ...
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When it comes to uterine fibroid issues, there are many questions that women want to ask their doctors. Many of these questions are about any complications from fibroids and the treatments available. And further, what each treatment option entails, how long will the side effects last, when can they resume normal activities after surgery or ...
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Monthly menstrual cycles, also known as periods, are part of every young woman’s life. They are annoying but serve as a key measure for any woman’s overall health. A healthy menstrual cycle can range from 21 to 35 days and is heavily dependent on the individual. A missed or late period does not necessarily mean ...
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Every month it's the same thing for some women: cramping, pain, bloating, fatigue. Sure, you may have dealt with this all before, or maybe it's your first truly horrible period, but no matter the case, there is no reason you need to continue to put up with period pain. There are quite a few tips ...
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