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While having cramps after your period can be unsettling, they are usually not a cause for alarm as there are several reasons why women may experience this discomfort, ranging from hormonal ...

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 ...

Period cramps can be debilitating, but you don’t have to suffer in the discomfort of recurrent painful periods. No matter the severity of your cramps, there’s a range of over the counter and ...

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 ...

Stuck in bed with period cramps? Over-the-counter painkillers just aren’t doing the trick? Some say this natural food may be the fix. Raw carrots are all the rage among social media users who claim ...

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 ...

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 ...