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PMS, and when it is PMDD?

This is a question I hear all the time. Many of us have some of the typical signs of PMS before our periods, but when is it a concern? In both Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS), symptoms usually start 7 to 10 days before your period starts and can continue for the first few days of your period. PMDD is a severe, sometimes disabling form of PMS.

What Does Your Vaginal Discharge Mean?

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We’re going to talk about the 10 most asked questions about vaginal discharge.

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Do You Have Normal Periods?

There are 1.4 million women in the US who are experiencing excessive, heavy menstrual bleeding, known as Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB).

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Heavy Periods and How We Evaluate Them

Many teens, women over 45 and those with PCOS, are more likely to have a new onset of heavy bleeding. This is often caused by an imbalance of the 2 hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle, estrogen and progesterone

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