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Earlier this spring, my 10-mile race and my period were scheduled to arrive on the same day. Every 28 (or so) days since my teenage years, I’ve found myself curled up in pain on the bathroom floor on ...

For many women, menstrual cramps are an unavoidable part of life. While over-the-counter painkillers remain a reliable solution, not everyone wants to rely on them month after month. More women are ...

A woman made her male friends try a period cramp simulator—and their reaction has left internet viewers hysterical. Paris Kinsey (@brotherofcolor), a 31-year-old college student, decided to take on a ...

Researchers are finally trying to understand the complex causes of menstrual pain, or dysmenorrhea—and potential solutions.

In addition to cramping and back pain, your period ushers in a hormone shift. According to a 2023 comprehensive review in the National Library of Medicine, the relationship between your menstrual ...

For many women, severe period cramps can be more than just uncomfortable—they can be debilitating. In today’s Daily Dose, Dr. Lacey Anderson addressed a viewer’s question about what to do when painful ...

As an editor with suspected endometriosis, I've tried many ways to manage my pain. Sometimes though, simple is best, which is why I've long sworn by hot water bottles. Now, I've found an even better ...

Recent research suggests that cannabis can help reduce period-related pain and discomfort, including cramps. A survey-based study published in 2024 explored the use of cannabidiol (CBD), a ...