Understanding your period cycle
Most women will have periods from their teens to their 50s. Everyone's periods are different, and they'll change at different stages of your life. It's important to learn what's normal for you so you know when to get help.
Healthy period cycles
Learn what a healthy period cycle looks like and know when something might be wrong.
Painful periods
Period pain that stops you doing things is called dysmenorrhoea. Read more about the symptoms, possible causes and treatments.
Heavy periods
Heavy bleeding during your period is called menorrhagia. Read more about the symptoms, possible causes and treatments.
Missed or absent periods
If you're not having a regular period when you should be, it's called amenorrhoea. Read about possible causes and when to get help.
Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a chronic condition where tissue grows outside the uterus and can cause ongoing pain and affect fertility. Find out what the symptoms are and how it can be treated.
Adenomyosis
Adenomyosis is where the lining of the womb grows into the muscle of the womb, often causing heavy, painful periods. Find out what the symptoms are and how it can be treated.
Polycystic ovary syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal condition that can cause irregular periods and other symptoms. Find out what the symptoms are and how it can be treated.