Menstruation is a natural part of a woman’s monthly cycle, but for many, it brings significant discomfort in the form of painful periods, medically known as dysmenorrhea. This condition typically ...

Dr. Nita Landry shares five things people should know about pain and periods. Period pain is a fact of life for many women, yet many don't know that what they are experiencing might not be normal.

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In some cases, menstrual cramping may be alleviated through dietary tactics—like eating plenty of certain fruits. Here's what ...

Up to 90% of people who menstruate experience pain during their periods. For some, that pain is severe and linked with symptoms of depression, which are often thought to be a result of the intense ...

Melanie Stronach, 53, was diagnosed with endometriosis at the age of 32 after suffering from very heavy, painful periods ...

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“Depression and menstrual pain significantly impact women’s lives across the world, yet their connection remains poorly understood,” lead author Dr. John Moraros, dean and professor at the School of ...

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