Periods are MORE than just a monthly π©Έ bleed- it has a psychological impact too.
Here is a snippet of our discussion around why itβs important that parents - in particular
#dads know about
#periods.
Having a menstrual cycle is more than just the bleed, it affects the whole body & causes
#psychological symptoms.
Endometriosis is a whole body, lifelong inflammatory condition whereby cells similar to the endometrial lining are deposited outside in the pelvis causes adhesions & scarring
Adenomyosis- is a lifelong, whole body condition whereby cells similar to the lining of the womb grown in the muscular wall of the uterus, causing inflammation and stiffening/ bulking of the uterus
PCOS is a lifelong, whole body metabolic condition that impacts insulin resistance and affects androgen levels. There can be cysts in the ovaries for some
Fibroids is a whole body condition that causes non-cancerous growths in and around the uterus leading to heavy, painful periods and anaemia
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a lifelong, whole body neurobiological condition whereby the rise and full of hormones impacts the neurotransmitters in the brain causing symptoms such as depression, rage, anxiety, suicidal thoughts typically 1-2weeks before menstruation
Can you see the pattern?
Listen to the full episode on BBC5Live- That Time of The Month on BBC Sounds app
bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0lv85mβ¦
Producer:
@alisonacton @DrEkechi hosted by
@TVNaga01 @HeyGirlsUK