Myth: Night sweats can only occur in menopausal women. Fact: Night sweats and hot flashes are also common symptoms of PMS (premenstrual syndrome). PMS night sweats and menopausal night sweats are caused by the same thing: fluctuations in the levels…

“I believe legends and myths are largely made of truth…” J.R.R. Tolkien J.R.R. Tolkien is right, myths do represent certain truths and facts. Unfortunately, just like gossip, myths can take on a life of their own as they’re passed on…

Pain and discomfort outside of your menstrual period can be inconvenient and confusing. Learning about the cause of such pain, however, can lead you to remedies that will help you manage it. One such discomfort that can happen outside of…

Having period cramps but no period can be both worrying and uncomfortable enough to interfere with your daily life. Sometimes, your period may be off schedule due to ovulation issues, changes in lifestyle, or hormonal fluctuations. These can all be…

Abdominal cramps that occur before or during menstruation are common, but it’s also possible to have cramps after your period. Cramps that occur just before and during the period are called primary dysmenorrhea. The uterus causes them as it contracts…