Period cramps can be common—but they shouldn’t take over your life. Learn how to tell the difference between normal ...

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 ...

If there's one thing I can count on every single month, it's the sense of impending doom that creeps in just before my period arrives. The cramps, the bloating, the general feeling of ugh. Some months ...

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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 ...

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

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

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

From estrogen dips to stress spikes, dermatologists explain the real reason pre-period acne appears - and why it’s a ...

Jessica Biel will publish 'A Kids Book About Periods' on May 14, 2024. There was a joke I heard a lot growing up about people who get their periods. I won’t repeat it here, but believe me when I say ...