Period pain, or dysmenorrhea, refers to pain and cramping that occurs during or around menstruation. According to a 2014 review, anywhere between 16–91% of people who menstruate experience ...

From the hormonal acne to the 'oh my god, why don't we get a day off work for these!?' cramps, anyone who has ever had a period will agree they ain't all that fun. But, while there are plenty of ...

Unbearable period pain may indicate an underlying medical condition. Proper treatment can often help relieve the pain. There are many causes of severe period pain, which doctors call dysmenorrhea.

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