Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Heavy periods that cause blood loss can lead to iron deficiency anemia.Puberty, ...

Passing blood clots outside your period can signal hormonal imbalances or medication side effects. Conditions like PCOS, uterine fibroids, or polyps can cause abnormal clotting. All abnormal uterine ...

Most people experience mild pain and discomfort during their period. But for some, the pain and cramping are so severe that it impacts their ability to function normally. Limited research suggests ...

Everyone's periods are different. Fact. And news flash: that's OK. While your bestie's TOTM might be as regular as clockwork, yours could be a little more - shall we say - rogue. (I know mine likes to ...

Period cramps without a period may be caused by ovulation, fibroids. endometriosis, or pregnancy. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications like Advil can help treat most cramps. See a healthcare ...

Most people lose around 2–3 tablespoons of blood during their period. People with heavy periods may lose twice as much. Fatigue or weakness may be signs that a person is losing too much blood. This ...

Every woman dreads that time of the month, but what if it never ended? That’s the nightmarish reality for TikTokker Poppy (@poppy_the_plant), who’s been stuck on a never-ending period for more than ...

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.