You can stop your period with continuous cycle pills, an IUD, shots, patches, or vaginal rings. To delay your period, you can skip your placebo week of birth control and start a new pack. You can't ...

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

It can take several months for your period to regulate after a Mirena IUD insertion. Some people may notice that their period stops within a year of insertion. While Mirena doesn’t stop periods in all ...

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 ...

Monthly menstrual pain affects millions worldwide, ranging from mild discomfort to debilitating cramps that interfere with daily activities. While over-the-counter medications offer relief for many, ...

Back pain is a common symptom that you may have before your period due to hormone fluctuations. Try using a heating pad or hot water bottle on your back to relieve pain. You can take NSAIDs like ...

Dr. Nita Landry shares five things people should know about pain and periods. Period pain is a fact of life for many women, yet many don't know that what they are experiencing might not be normal.

If you endure hellish pain when your period rolls around, it’s (understandably!) hard to think about anything but the agony your body is going through. But you’re unfortunately not alone in this: More ...

Menstrual pain isn't fun for anyone — point blank and period. While cramps can feel like dull aches to some people, for others, they can be experienced as downright debilitating contractions. And ...