Let's Talk. Period.

The After Hours Clinic

Date: March 6, 2023
Episode 6: ‘Let's Talk. Period.'

In this episode of the After Hours Clinic, Natasha makes us feel more comfortable discussing menstruation and the menstrual cycle. What are normal symptoms of our period and why does our period even happen? We discuss normal cycle length, how to track our period, the phases of the menstrual cycle, PMDD and MORE!

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● Topic #1 - What is menstruation? [4:57]
We first start off by discussing menstruation. What is menstruation and why does it happen each month?
References: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/10132-menstrual-cycle

● Topic #2 - What is the menstrual cycle and the phases? [8:15]
What are the phases of the menstrual cycle? How do we track our period during this time? What is a regular length of a cycle?
References: https://www.womenshealth.gov/menstrual-cycle/your-menstrual-cycle

● Topic #3 - What are the symptoms of menstruation? How do I know if my symptoms are normal? [13:03]
Why do we experience cramping during our periods? There are other symptoms some women may experience more than others. What is considered an irregular period and how will I know?
References: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/report/menstrual-disorders#:~:text=Dysmenorrhea%20refers%20to%20painful%20cramps,during%20a%20normal%2Dlength%20period.

● Topic #4 - What is PMDD? [22:47]
PMDD is premenstrual dysphoric disorder. It is a more severe form of PMS (premenstrual syndrome). We discuss the symptoms, possible triggers, and how to treat it.
Reference: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd

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