Menstruation—or your period—typically occurs monthly and can last anywhere from two to eight days. If your cycle is irregular, painful, or heavy, it is important to know what is causing these fluctuations. Find out more about menses here including how irregularities are managed and treated.

Irregularities and Their Causes

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Coping With Premenstrual Syndrome

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