Menstruation
What organ does menstruation occur in?
The uterus!
T/F: Not changing your sanitary products enough can be dangerous
True! This can cause toxic shock syndrome (TSS) which are from tampons being left in too long.
Who can join PERIOD McMaster?
EVERYONE! Menstrual and women's health is not restricted to women!
What does PMS Stand for?
Pre-menstrual syndrome; this is the general term for symptoms occuring before menstruation starts, such as cramps, mood swings, or spotting.
What is the most prevalent hormone in females?
Estrogen
Name any one event PERIOD McMaster does!
Period packing parties, sanitary product drives, research events, bake sales, social media series.
How long is the average menstrual cycle?
28 days! (Menstruation itself lasts 7 days)
T/F: It is normal for period timing to be irregular when people first start menstruating
True -- periods are not typically once per month when menstruation first begins, and can be only a few times per year.
What larger organization is PERIOD McMaster a chapter of?
What are the four stages of the menstrual cycle?
1. Menstruation
2. Follicular
3. Ovulation
4. Luteal
T/F: Once someone gets their period, they keep it for the rest of their life.
False! Menopause begins around ages 40-50 and is when someone's periods stop and they can usually no longer conceive.
When was PERIOD McMaster founded?
2019
What is a decidual cast?
A rare occurrence when the whole uterus shape falls out during the period!
What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the period of time leading up to menopause (when periods stop). This is when the body produces less estrogen which can lead to hot flashes, mood changes, etc.
Name all the departments of PERIOD McMaster.
Education, Finance, Internal, External, Communications.