Medically reviewed by Laura Young, MD Key Takeaways Heavy menstrual bleeding can lead to iron-deficiency anemia, which may cause dizziness.Changes in hormone levels, especially low estrogen, can cause ...

Many women take pain relief tablets during painful periods to get that much-needed relief from the pain and cramping. There is often a discussion about whether taking tablets for period pain can ...

For anyone who menstruates, this is a routine question during any visit to your doctor. Health care providers generally ask this to determine whether their patient is concerned about a menstrual ...

Certain symptoms during a period may not be as ‘normal’ as people think ...

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