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Girls' Health
What are common menstrual problems?
During the menstrual cycle, sometimes the uterus contracts to help push the blood and tissue from your body. These contractions can cause the menstrual cramps you might feel during your period. They hurt. You can ease them by taking medicine, like Midol or Motrin, available in drugstores and supermarkets, or by doing yoga and relaxation exercises. It�s uncommon for cramps to be so bad that you have to spend the day in bed. If that happens, see a doctor.
Another warning. Some girls feel cranky, tired, moody, bloated, achy, and irritable the week before their period begins. There is a name for this. It is called Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Some are lucky and have little or very mild symptoms. Others have a tough time functioning when PMS strikes. Again, if it�s that bad, talk to your health care provider.
