Just a Period - Let's Talk Heavy And Painful Periods Webinar
Millions of women, girls and people who menstruate suffer with severe period pain or heavy bleeding that disrupts their lives. Instead of getting the treatment and support they desperately need, they’re often dismissed and told it’s “Just a Period”.
During the webinar, we talked about heavy and painful periods.
Our Chair, Professor Dame Lesley Regan, was in conversation with Dr. Aziza Sesay, GP, founder of 'Talks with Dr. Sesay', health content creator, and Wellbeing of Women ambassador. They were joined by Jen Moore, aka @jen.dometriosis, a writer, speaker, and campaigner, as well as Zaynah Ahmed, a 19-year-old journalism student. Jen and Zaynah shared their experiences of living with heavy and painful periods.
They will discussed:
· What are heavy and painful periods?
· Overview of common conditions that can cause heavy and painful periods such as fibroids, endometriosis and adenomyosis
· The impact of heavy and painful periods from a young age to adulthood
· Diagnosis and treatment options
· The Wellbeing of Women Period Symptom Checker
If you struggle with heavy or painful periods, find support with our Period Symptom Checker: https://ow.ly/9spC50V3lue