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Health > Women > Menstruation


How female bodies work: the menstrual cycle

Describes the changes that occur during the various stages of the menstrual cycle. Outlines some possible reasons for changes in a woman's menstrual cycle from month to month.
Source:     Women's Health Matters

More about periods

Lists common symptoms of discomfort experienced by many women during a normal period. Gives advice on easing mild menstrual cramps. Describes the symptoms of toxic shock syndrome, and provides tips on how to prevent it.
Source:     Women's Health Matters

Painful Periods

Painful menstruation, or dysmenorrhea, is experienced to some degree or another by virtually every woman - but the frequency and severity of discomfort varies from woman to woman.
Source:     The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Explains what premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is, and lists some of the symptoms of PMS. Describes dietary and lifestyle changes that are sometimes advised as a treatment for PMS, and some of the drug treatments that may be used.
Source:     Women's Health Matters

Reproductive and sexual health: menstruation

Explains fluctuations in blood glucose during the menstrual cycle experienced by many women with diabetes. Recommends strategies to deal with these fluctuations for women with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Suggests ways of minimizing food cravings for women who experience premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Source:     Women's Health Matters