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What Causes Your Lower Back to Throb the Day Before Your Period Starts?

1. Introduction Lower back pain occurring the day before menstruation starts is primarily caused by a rapid increase in prostaglandins. These are lipid compounds produced in the lining of the uterus that trigger the muscular contractions necessary to shed the endometrial lining. When the uterus contracts strongly, the nerve pathways surrounding the pelvic region can … Read more

Is It Normal to Get a Migraine on the Exact Same Day Every Cycle?

1. Introduction Experiencing a migraine on the exact same day of the menstrual cycle is a medically recognized and very common neurological phenomenon. This predictable pattern is driven by the sharp, natural drop in circulating estrogen levels that occurs just prior to the onset of menstruation. The abrupt withdrawal of this hormone alters neurochemical balances … Read more