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Period and PMS videos

Periods and PMS videos

Our periods and PMS video hub breaks down everything you need to know — from what’s normal and what’s not, to common issues like cramps, heavy bleeding, and mood swings. You’ll also get clear, trustworthy information on PMS (premenstrual syndrome) and how it can affect your body and mind.

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Video picks for Women's health

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Periods

Pain during your period is common. More than half of women who have periods get some pain around their time of the month. Some women may also have heavy, irregular or late periods, and some periods may stop altogether.

Playlist: Period pain and problems

9 videos

What causes period pain?

Dr Sarah Jarvis

What causes period pain?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What does period pain feel like?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

How much period pain is too much?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What is the best way to get rid of period pain?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What can cause bleeding between periods?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What are the different types of period problems?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

When is it best to see a doctor with period problems?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

When is a heavy period too heavy?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

Can you get a UTI on your period?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

Playlist: Periods - late and missed

6 videos

Does a missed period mean I'm pregnant?

Dr Sarah Jarvis

Does a missed period mean I'm pregnant?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

Can you have pregnancy symptoms before your missed period?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What does weight have to do with missed periods?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

How much stress can cause a late period?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

Is it normal to miss a period while on the pill?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

Do you still have periods after being sterilised?

Dr. Rosemary Leonard MBE, MRCGP

PMS (premenstrual syndrome), refers to a collection of physical, emotional, and behavioural symptoms that many women experience in the weeks leading up to their period.

Playlist: PMS

4 videos

What causes PMS?

Dr Sarah Jarvis

What causes PMS?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What are the symptoms of PMS?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

Is it possible to prevent PMS?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

What can you do to cure PMS?

Dr. Sarah Jarvis

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Lawrence Higgins

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BSc, Post Graduate Diploma

As managing editor of Patient.info Lawrence looks after all of our features and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.

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Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

General Practitioner, Medical Author

MBBS, MRCGP, MRCP (Paediatrics), DCH

Dr Colin Tidy is an NHS Doctor, based in Oxfordshire.

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