What is menstruation?
Menstruation (also called menses) is the monthly bleeding
that occurs in women of reproductive age. It marks the beginning of… [more]
When does menstruation begin?
The onset of the menstrual cycle -- called menarche -- usually
begins in girls between the ages of 8 and… [more]
What symptoms occur during menstruation?
The primary sign of menstruation is the appearance of a bloody
discharge from the vagina. Menstrual blood may be bright… [more]
What happens during the menstrual cycle?
The menstrual cycle functions to prepare the uterus to
support a pregnancy. Instead of the body waiting until pregnancy occurs… [more]
What happens if an egg is fertilized?
If a sperm does penetrate the egg in the fallopian tube, the
egg quickly finishes the maturation process, combines with… [more]
What happens if an egg is NOT fertilized
If no conception occurs in the 24
hours following ovulation, the unfertilized egg will still continue its journey
through the… [more]
What does it mean if my menstrual cycle is irregular?
It is very common to have irregular menstrual cycles. This
means your period seems to come at a different time… [more]
What problems can occur with menstruation?
There are several common problems that women may have with menstruation.
Some of the more common problems include:
Amenorrhea:
Refers… [more]
When does menstruation cease?
Natural menopause refers to the normal end of reproductive
fertility that occurs when women stop ovulating and no longer have… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
If any of the following applies to you, you should see a
medical professional:
You haven't started
menstruating by age… [more]
More information about menstruation
Healia Resources
Online health communities for menstruation
Web
search for menstruation
Medical
journals search for menstruation
External resources
U.S. Department… [more]