What if period pain wasn’t “just part of growing up”?

Adolescents worldwide face significant challenges from heavy menstrual bleeding and dysmenorrhea—conditions that severely affect education, wellbeing, and quality of life. Despite their prevalence, support and evidence-based self-management strategies are limited.
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Over 70% of young women struggle with heavy bleeding or painful periods—yet their needs remain overlooked. Our new review reveals the hidden impact on education, wellbeing, and daily life. 

This systematic review of 55 studies consolidates global evidence, highlighting urgent gaps in care and the need for culturally appropriate education, early intervention, and better research.

Full article: Heavy menstrual bleeding and dysmenorrhea in adolescents: A systematic review