Changing my mindset changed my cycle.

Two health experts have issued an important message to anyone whose period is ‘pouring out like water’ as you might need to ...

Even if you’re not relying on a trusty cycle tracker, everyone has their sure-fire signs that their period is about to begin. Maybe you get a breakout or start to feel more sensitive. Me? I start to ...

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Several doctors have explained all we need to know about ‘period flu’ which is way more common than you think and have ...

Severe period pain has been normalised for far too long, but cramps that disrupt daily life are a clear sign that something ...

Ob-gyns explain the viral trend—and if it can actually stop or delay bleeding.

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 ...

Cramping and changes in menstrual cycles are common. But severe pain and bleeding that disrupt daily life are not. Here’s how to tell what a healthy period looks like – and when symptoms should be ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...