Menstruation | The Basics

Here's what you can expect with your periods from puberty to menopause.

Convenient and noninvasive, a new diagnostic test for cervical cancer is on the horizon.

Know when it's time to bust out the menstrual products again.

Eastern and Western perspectives on the menstrual cycle have some interesting differences.

Empty shelves cause some people to panic, but don't fret. You have options.

PMS symptoms, vaginal discharge and cervical placement can all help you predict menstruation.

People shouldn't have to feel shame around menstruation at work, school or anywhere else.

Restrictive diets can negatively impact your menstrual cycle—so how does IF stack up?

If you experience cramps in the days following menstruation, it may be an underlying condition.

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Let's get loud about our periods. Better conversations lead to better education.

No, you're not imagining it, there's a lot happening to your body each month.

Feeling a certain way during that time of the month? You might be able to blame your cerebrum.

What's normal for you may be abnormal for someone else. So, when should you be concerned?

While it may be comforting to think a celestial body controls your period, science rules it out.

Studies found barriers to menstrual items can negatively impact education.

To avoid menstruation, skip the placebo pills and go straight to the next pack.

Here's what you need to know about the sales tax on menstrual products.

Companies around the world are beginning to institute period policies for people who menstruate.

Understanding the role diet plays before, during and after your period can help manage symptoms.

Consistency and color may be trying to tell you something.

Despite lots of anecdotal evidence, experts disagree about what’s really happening.

The serious risks of 'menstrual masks' outweigh any supposed benefits of this skincare fad.

Every menstrual cycle is different, but sudden changes might be a sign something's wrong.

The fatigue many women experience around menstruation has an explanation (and a solution).

It’s like a monthly report card, telling you so much about your health.

These two bodily stages have overlapping symptoms, making it hard to determine their origins.

Anemia affects millions of women a year, but it’s largely preventable.

If your bleeding is excessive or your period painful, it may be time to consult your doc.

Conflicting information about menstruation is a problem when half of the population menstruates.

It’s OK to drink during your period, but know the chemical changes your body may experience.

Blemishes and pimples can make menstrual periods even less fun. Try these simple solutions.

Many women expect mood swings during their cycle, but understanding why helps you take control.

PMS is more than just a regular inconvenience for women who suffer serious symptoms every month.