Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) describes a wide range of severe, recurrent symptoms that occur from several days to two weeks before your period. READ MORE
How to Combat PMS Symptoms
Most women suffer from some sort of PMS. Here are steps you can take to alleviate symptoms.
Could It Be PMS?
Three out of four women experience premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, at some point in their lives—and it's never fun. Learn more about how to keep PMS at bay.
Genes May Play Role in More Severe Form of PMS
A new study links the activity of certain genes to a premenstrual mood disorder that affects 2 to 5 percent of women of reproductive age.
The Price of Period Poverty
Too many people who menstruate struggle to afford period products
What Is Endometriosis?
Watch this video to learn about the symptoms, risk factors and treatments for endometriosis
The Different Stages of Menstruation
As we get older, our periods — and how we view them — change
My Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Led to Iron-Deficiency Anemia and Disrupted My Career, but I Took My Life Back
I realized I couldn't keep living with debilitating bleeding and fatigue every month. Finally, I found the diagnosis and the care that I needed
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