Periods Video Library
A period is the part of the menstrual cycle when a woman bleeds from her vagina for a few days. For most women this happens around every 28 days, but it's common for periods to be more or less frequent than this, ranging from every 21 days to every 35 days.
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Menstrual products absorb or collect the blood released during your period. This video looks at the different menstrual options available from pads to cups. There are 2 types of tampons: those with an applicator and those without an applicator, which you insert with your fingers. They also come with different absorbencies, depending on how heavy or light your period is.
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Heavy periods: Signs and treatment
Heavy periods (also called menorrhagia) are common and may just be normal for you. Treatment can help if they're affecting your daily life.
Watch VideoPainful periods illustration showing different women
This video explains the pain relief and treatment options available for painful periods and when to seek help if the pain is interfering with your everyday life.
Video Shorts on Periods
- If you think you may be having heavy periods, look for these signs. Your GP may advise treatments to help with heavy bleeding and period pain if it’s affecting your daily life.
Video – Heavy periods: Signs and treatment –> - If problems with your periods are affecting your life, there’s help and support available. It can be useful to track your symptoms by keeping a diary throughout the menstrual cycle. This can give your doctor a detailed idea of what happens, and when, during your period.
Video – How to write a period diary –> - What tests are there for a heavy period?
Video – What tests are there for a heavy period? - Are blood clots in my period normal? You might see blood clots during your period. Small blood clots can be common, but if you’ve passed blood clots larger than a 10p coin, you should see your GP.
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