Menstruating women of Metafilter: Did/do you find that the older you get the more emotional you are around your periods?
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posted by kanata
on Dec 31, 2012 -
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I had a baby and my DivaCup no longer seems to be working. Did that happen to you? What are my options?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 18, 2012 -
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Women of metafilter, how do you look after yourself before and during your period? What are your hints and tips for coping with menstruation and it's attendant effects? How do you organise your life to handle cramps, mood swings, fatigue etc.?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 7, 2012 -
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My monthly cycle has become crazy, right as I'm trying to get pregnant. Help me figure out what is going on and what to ask my doctor.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 21, 2012 -
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Today I learned the average volume of menses produced during one menstrual period. This led me to realize my periods are
abnormally heavy. I'm not anemic. Are there other things I should be worried about?
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posted by Hey nonny nonny mouse
on Apr 18, 2012 -
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Why do I experience stomach/intestinal issues during my period? Those systems aren't connected! (Brief discussion of bodily functions contained within.)
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 16, 2012 -
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I'm having pelvic pain. You are not my doctor. I have an appointment next week, but would like to go prepared. Can you help?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 28, 2012 -
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Just diagnosed with endometriosis. Seeking information, experiences, and advice (about one aspect in particular, but I'll take any you have to give.)
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2011 -
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What is/are the scientific search term(s) for "abnormally long menstrual period" or "unusually long menstrual period"?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 4, 2011 -
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Gay guy here. I'm wondering how a woman on a date with a new romantic interest might convey the following message: "I don't want to discourage you because I find you attractive, but we're not having sex tonight because I'm on my period."
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posted by roger ackroyd
on Dec 13, 2010 -
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I haven't used pads or pantyliners since I was a teenager. Now I want to. Can you help me make them less bad at their job?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 19, 2010 -
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Reproductive organs going psycho in my 40s, seeing gyno this week, interested in hearing experiences, getting advice about questions I should be sure to ask.
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posted by not that girl
on Apr 24, 2010 -
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I am in serious pain with a supposed UTI. Any suggestions on ways for me to get through this without losing my mind? Waiting to get culture back from hospital, my symptoms are not typical. Scared it's something worse...
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posted by Unicorn on the cob
on Feb 22, 2010 -
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Is it possible to control or move your period by thinking about it in the right way, or through any other sort of mental control?
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posted by bubukaba
on Jan 13, 2010 -
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I'm looking for advice, insight, and experiences with uterine fibroid embolization. I'm meeting with a doctor next week, and want to make sure I'm asking all the right questions. Let me tell you about my lady parts!
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posted by kimdog
on Nov 5, 2009 -
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Is there a way to lengthen my annoyingly short menstrual cycle? Discussion of menstruation and good times after the jump!
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posted by fantine
on Oct 4, 2009 -
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Weird period. What's up? Needless to say, if you find this stuff icky, read no further.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 25, 2009 -
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Please help me find an age-appropriate way to explain menstruation to my young kids. (This question is obviously not for anyone squicked out by female things.)
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posted by widdershins
on Sep 1, 2009 -
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Period starting a week early on Seasonale: your best educated guess about whether I should skip the sugar-pill week or not?
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posted by not that girl
on Aug 16, 2009 -
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Please tell me what you know about endometrial ablation as a means of lessening or hopefully stopping my bleeding. (This is a female-parts question.)
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 10, 2009 -
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Oh, my god. I've had a nearly month-long period after a Mirena insertion. I've been to the doctor and everything is seemingly fine - but I would like recommendations on how to deal.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 13, 2009 -
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