Anyone with a menstrual cycle can name the telltale signs that another period is on its way. A day or two before the flow starts, some experience mood swings, some get cravings, some notice breakouts on their face, and some get all of the above.
These symptoms are common and well known, but there are more conditions that can flare up or worsen during the menstrual flow that might not be as obvious. In this video, learn some of the unexpected ways your period can disrupt your health.
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