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Change the Cycle

Welcome to the Change the Cycle blog! We talk about everything from heavy periods, to fibroids to pelvic health conditions, and more. We hope you’ll follow along to engage, learn, and share with your friends and family.

Purpose. Passion. Promise. The health and well-being of women is at the center of everything we do

May 17, 2022

Why am I in so much pain during my period?

May 2, 2022

How to prepare for a visit with your doctor

April 21, 2022

Fibroids 101

March 4, 2022

What to Expect with the Acessa® Procedure

February 9, 2022

Resolve to live without abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) in the new year

January 17, 2022

Change the Cycle

Purpose. Passion. Promise. The health and well-being of women is at the center of everything we do

Why am I in so much pain during my period?

How to prepare for a visit with your doctor

Fibroids 101

What to Expect with the Acessa® Procedure

Resolve to live without abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) in the new year

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Get to Know Your Body

Advocating for your health starts with knowing your body – that means knowing what’s considered normal vs. abnormal – so you can guide conversations with your doctor. Take our quiz to better understand what your health symptoms might be trying to tell you.

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My periods are typically heavy — I’m often worried about leaking and have to change tampons/pads frequently.*

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When I have my period, I pass blood clots the size of a quarter.*

My periods feel never ending — they can last 6 days or longer.*

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My periods are very painful — sometimes heating pads and painkillers don’t cut it.*

I often feel bloated and uncomfortable around my lower stomach and pelvis.*

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I feel like I look pregnant even though I am not.*

Sex has become physically painful for me.*

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I can’t control my bowel movements.*

I feel like I have to pee all the time — and sometimes it’s hard to go.*

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My periods are getting in the way of life — sometimes I even miss work or social events.*

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