Because every woman is unique, your experience with your period is most likely different than anyone else's. However, it can be helpful to know that if you experience the common symptoms listed below, you are not alone. If your menstrual symptoms are troublesome, discuss them with your healthcare professional.
Common Menstrual Symptoms
- Dysmenorrhea (cramps)
- Abdominal pain
- Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Menorrhagia (heavy bleeding)
- Bloating and swelling
- Headaches
- Migraine Headaches
- Breast tenderness
- Irritability
- Mood shifts
- Depression
In addition, menstruation has been known to aggravate some serious pre-existing medical conditions, including:
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Inherited bleeding disorders
- Endometriosis (abnormal growth of the uterine lining)
- Fibroids
- Anemia--one of the most serious health problems in the world
- Porphyria (an inherited blood/bone marrow disorder)
To learn more about the many different reasons and ways women's bleeding patterns can change, click here.
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