The credit (blame?) lies with fluctuations in one specific hormone.

Having a period is a lot like being a gladiator. Between the blood, sweat, and tears —and the relentless feeling of being ...

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Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD The start of your period is the beginning of the menstrual cycle, which typically lasts ...

During periods, women should prioritise nutrition as cramps, fatigue and discomfort can intensify. Including specific ...

Talking to your daughter about her period is a necessary part of parenting, and experts say there are right ways to have the conversation.

If you’re not into intercourse during your period, there’s no reason you can’t still enjoy other sexual encounters (mess free ...

That brain fog you experience right before your period isn’t just in your head—well, actually, it is precisely in your head, but it’s real, measurable, and completely normal. What most women don’t ...

Sweat, changes in vaginal bacteria, and perimenopause may change the odor of your menstrual blood. A new, unpleasant smell could also point to an infection or, in some rare cases, cervical cancer. If ...

Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...

Below, we will explore some potential symptoms of periods and the early signs of pregnancy. Read on to ease some of the concerns you are feeling, or ensure you have all the information you need to ...

You can stop your period with continuous cycle pills, an IUD, shots, patches, or vaginal rings. To delay your period, you can skip your placebo week of birth control and start a new pack. You can't ...