About Women's Health: Your Most Embarrassing Menstrual Stories

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Embarrassing Menstrual Moment Stories Wanted Has menstruation ever caused you embarrassment? If so, you are not alone. Almost every woman experiences at least one embarrassing menstrual moment over the course of her menstruating years. Did you ever find a spot of blood on your clothes during your period? Did you ever worry that your tampon or pad was not containing your menstrual flow? Let our readers know that they are not alone by sharing the story of your most embarrassing menstrual moment. Readers Share First Period Stories I asked you to share your first period stories a few weeks ago, and many of you have shared your stories. Read these first period stories, and if you haven't already shared your story share it now! Pain Between Periods Have you ever experienced severe midcycle pain? Does pain and cramping seem to occur during ovulation? What you are experiencing may be Mittelschmerz. Mittelschmerz is a German word which translated literally means "middle pain." Other words you may hear include: ovulation pain, midcycle pain, menstrual, middle pain, or cramps. Pelvic Pain 101 Sooner or later, as women, most of us experience some degree of pelvic pain. How we respond to pelvic pain varies; some women are more bothered by pain than others. If pelvic pain is severe enough to disrupt your daily life for either a few days a month or for longer amounts of time, if pelvic pain increases overtime, or if you have experienced a recent increase in pain, you should talk with your health care provider to determine the cause. Women's Health Ads Women in Health Health Clinic Almonds Health Risks Health Product Sexual Health Featured Articles How To Reduce Your Risk Of Toxic Shock Syndrome How Often To Change Tampons Or Pads What's Your Favorite Menstrual Hygiene Product? Should I Use Vaginal Douches? Self Help For Menstrual Cramps How To Make A Menstrual Cycle Calendar   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Tampon Tips Are Tampons Safe? What Tampon Absorbency Is Right For Me? How To Insert Tampons Advertisement

About Women's Health: Pelvic Diseases

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Pelvic inflammatory disease affects millions of women each year in the United States and is an infection of one or more pelvic organs, including the uterus, cervix, and fallopian tubes. Endometriosis A number of theories have been advanced, but no single theory explains all cases of endometriosis. For example, the most popular theory is called the Retrograde Menstruation Theory (promoted by Dr. John Sampson in the 1920's). He surmised that menstrual tissue flows backwards through the fallopian tubes and deposits on the pelvic organs where it seeds and grows. Later, researchers found that most women have retrograde flow. Uterine Fibroid Tumors Uterine fibroid tumors are almost always benign. These benign (non-cancerous) tumors are found in most cases, in the uterus of women in their 30's and 40's. Ovarian Cysts Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs, similar to blisters, that are common among women during their reproductive years. They form on the ovaries, the almond-sized organs on each side of the uterus. Most types of ovarian cysts are harmless and go away without any treatment. Women's Health Ads Women in Health Health Clinic Sexual Health Health Product Womans Health Care Featured Articles Menstruation Birth Control Heart Health for Women Menopause Sexual Health Issues Breast Health and Diseases   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement

About Women's Health: First Period Stories and Advice

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Share Your First Period Story First periods are an eagerly anticipated event. What happened the first time you got your period? Where were you? Were you properly prepared when your first period finally arrived? Share the story of your first period with the girls who are still waiting to begin monthly menstruation. Reader Stories Of First Periods See what other readers have shared about their first periods. Things To Know About First Periods The menstrual cycle is how a woman's body prepares for the possibility of pregnancy each month. Your menstrual period is just one part of this cycle. Includes questions and answers about first periods. Is My Period Normal? From time to time, every women suspects that her menstrual cycle is abnormal for one reason or another. However, often what we think is an abnormal period is actually normal menstruation. Find out how to know when you're experiencing abnormal periods. Women's Health Ads Women in Health Health OB Gyn Health Whole Womans Health Health Care Clinics Featured Articles Pregnancy Teen Health Issues for Girls Women's Mental Health Women and Cancer Women's Health Glossary Other Diseases and Conditions   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement