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Symptoms, explained kindly
What's normal, what helps, and when it's worth a chat with your doctor.
Lower back pain on your period: why it happens and what helpsLower back pain on your period is common. Why period pain spreads to your back, what eases it (heat, movement, timing painkillers) and when to see a doctor.
Period bloating: why it happens and how to ease itPeriod bloating explained: why your tummy swells before and during your period, how long it lasts, and simple, evidence-based ways to feel lighter.
Period blood clots: what's normal and when to worrySmall period blood clots are normal. Why they form, what size is too big, how clots link to heavy periods and fibroids, and when to see a doctor.
Breast tenderness before your period: why it happens and what helpsSore, heavy or swollen breasts before your period? Why breast tenderness before a period happens, what eases it, and which breast changes need a doctor.
Brown discharge: what it usually means and when to checkBrown discharge is usually old blood. What it means before, after or instead of your period, in early pregnancy and perimenopause, and when to see a doctor.Cramps but no period: what it can meanCramps but no period? The usual reasons, from PMS and ovulation to early pregnancy and gut trouble, plus the signs that mean you should get checked.
Discharge color chart: what each type means through your cycleA kind, clear discharge color chart: clear, white, creamy, egg white, yellow, green, gray, pink and brown discharge, what's normal and when to get checked.
Dizzy on your period: why it happens and what helpsDizziness during your period is fairly common. How pain, prostaglandins, blood loss, low iron and skipped meals cause it, what helps, and when to get help.
Tired before your period? Why PMS fatigue happens and what helpsTired before your period, even after a full night's sleep? Why PMS fatigue happens in the luteal phase, what helps your energy, and when to check iron.
Heavy periods: what counts as heavy and what helpsHow to tell if you have heavy periods: soaking a pad every hour or two, clots, bleeding over 7 days. Causes, treatments that work, and when to get help.
Hot flashes before your period: why they happen and what helpsHot flashes or night sweats before your period? How falling estrogen and higher luteal temperature cause them, the perimenopause link, and what helps.
Can't sleep before your period? Why PMS insomnia happensInsomnia before period starts is common. Why sleep gets lighter in the luteal phase, how body temperature and hormones play a part, and what helps you rest.
Irregular periods: what counts, common causes and what helpsIrregular periods explained: what counts as irregular, why cycles vary, common causes like PCOS, thyroid and perimenopause, and when to see a doctor.
Achy legs and joints on your period: why it happensLeg pain during your period is common. Why period pain spreads to your thighs, why joints can ache around your period, what helps, and when to see a doctor.
Late period: the common reasons and what to do nextLate period and not sure why? Pregnancy, stress, illness, weight, exercise, PCOS, thyroid and perimenopause explained, plus a clear plan for what to do.Light period: is it normal, and why does it happen?A light period can be completely normal. Why your period might be very light or short, from contraception and stress to pregnancy, and when to see a doctor.
Long menstrual cycle: what it means if your cycle is over 35 daysLong menstrual cycle over 35 days? Why ovulation comes late, common causes like PCOS, stress and thyroid, what a 40 or 45 day cycle means, and what helps.
Nausea before your period: why you feel sick and what helpsNausea before your period is common. Why prostaglandins and hormone shifts make you feel sick, how to tell it from early pregnancy, and what settles it.
Egg white discharge: what it says about ovulationEgg white discharge is your most fertile cervical mucus. What it looks like, when it shows up, how to check it, and what it can tell you about ovulation.
Ovulation pain (mittelschmerz): what it feels like and what helpsOvulation pain is a one-sided twinge or ache mid-cycle. What mittelschmerz feels like, why it happens, how long it lasts, what helps and when to get checked.
Period acne: why you break out before your periodPeriod acne explained: why breakouts appear on your chin and jaw before your period, what helps (from skincare to prescriptions) and when to see a doctor.Period cramps: why they happen and what actually helpsPeriod cramps explained kindly: why your uterus cramps, how long it lasts, what really helps (timing matters) and the signs that need a doctor.
Period cravings: why you want chocolate (and what to do about it)Period cravings are real. Why you crave chocolate, sugar and salty snacks before your period, what research shows, and kind ways to work with your appetite.Period poops: why you get diarrhea on your periodDiarrhea on your period is common. Why prostaglandins speed up your gut, why you're often constipated before, what helps, and when to see a doctor.
Hair loss before your period: how your cycle affects your hairNoticing hair loss before your period? How hormones affect shedding, oil and texture across your cycle, why heavy periods matter, and when to see a doctor.
Period headaches and menstrual migraines: why they happenWhy you get a period headache or menstrual migraine, when in your cycle it strikes, what helps (including planning ahead) and when to see a doctor.Weight gain before your period: why the scale goes upWeight gain before your period is mostly water, not fat. Why the scale goes up by a kilo or two, when it drops again, and how to feel less puffy.Pink discharge: what it usually meansPink discharge is usually a little fresh blood mixed with discharge. What it means around your period, ovulation, sex or early pregnancy, and red flags.
Short menstrual cycle: what it means if your period comes every 2 to 3 weeksShort menstrual cycle under 21 days? Why periods can come every two to three weeks, from perimenopause to thyroid issues, what helps and when to check.Spotting before your period: what's normal and why it happensSpotting before period starts is common. Why light pink or brown spotting shows up in the days before your period, what's normal, and the signs to check.Spotting between periods: common causes and when to get checkedSpotting between periods can be ovulation, your contraception or something to check. The common causes, how to tell them apart, and the red flags.White discharge before your period: what's normal and what's notWhite discharge is usually healthy. What thick, creamy or milky white discharge means before your period, in pregnancy, and the signs of thrush or infection.Yellow discharge: when it's normal and when to get it checkedYellow discharge can be normal, especially pale yellow before your period. When darker, green, frothy or smelly yellow discharge means an infection to check.