Since puberty, I have suffered from intense symptoms of PMS. In my 20s, I was finally given a diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), an intense and debilitating form of PMS. One of the unbearable symptoms of this fun disorder is very sore and very tender breasts. When I say sore and tender, what I…
Periods suck. They’re painful, achy, messy, and inconvenient. Now that that’s out of the way, let’s just acknowledge that they exist and we need to move forward and be proactive. Related Stories:5 Reasons to Try Thinx If You Hate Pads Let’s focus on the pain part – many of us suffer from intense amounts of…
Tired of not getting any sympathy for your womanhood woes? Our friends at YourTango relate – but they’ve found a scientifically proven excuse to justify your pain. Um. YES. We know. As women, we’re often told we’re being overdramatic. And in some cases – like freaking the freak out because you “accidentally” ate an entire…
At 15 I was diagnosed with endometriosis. One laparoscopy, many consultations and 8 years down the line, pain was back (more mild this time!) and my skin was THE WORST. I’ve tried everything: products, antibiotics, more products, more antibiotics) and all that did was left my body in a bit of a mess. Finally found…
Never feel like hitting the gym when it’s that time of the month? A new study found that using alternative types of period protection may make a difference in your motivation levels. Our friends at Shape explored the study, and here’s what they discovered. When you’re on your period, heading to the gym can feel…
It’s beyond rough when you suffer from digestive issues during your period. To help answer a reader’s question on this matter, we turned to a board-certified physician who practices in southern California for her expert advice. Dear Doctor, I am wondering why my digestion goes haywire during my menstrual period. I always keep my diet…
PMS sucks; there’s just no polite way to say it. The week leading up to a period can be filled with depression, irritability, cramps, headaches, and that uncomfortable bloated feeling – and those are just a handful of the symptoms! While there’s no cure for PMS, there are a few things that can help it…
Got cramps? You’re not alone. Many women suffer from severe menstrual pain (known as dysmenorrhea) with sharp, throbbing, burning, or nauseating cramps in their lower abdomen and back. The cramps may come right before you get your period or during, but thankfully they go away when your period is over. These crippling, can’t-get-through-your-normal-day kind of…
