How To Navigate Relationships With Period Pain
Sharing my personal tips. As Valentine's Day approaches, I am reminded of how much period pain and other conditions such as PMS,...
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Erin Butts
- Dec 19, 2022
- 3 min
Pain Drawings Show Multisite Pain in Women with Primary Dysmenorrhea
Often when you make a doctor’s appointment for your pain, you’re asked multiple questions. How long have you had the pain? Where does it...
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Erin Butts
- Oct 13, 2022
- 4 min
My Journey With Chronic Pain
Sharing my health journey. When I saw Sheryl Chan’s October 2022 Writing Prompts, I just loved the idea. I thought it was creative, and a...
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Erin Butts
- Sep 12, 2022
- 3 min
News Round Up
A summary of period related topics that have been in the news. 1. “Below the Belt” Documents Four Women With Endometriosis “Below the...
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Erin Butts
- Jul 22, 2022
- 2 min
Understanding PMS and PMDD
Do you have PMS? The week, or even two weeks leading up to my period are very difficult and uncomfortable. I have mood swings,...
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Erin Butts
- Jun 27, 2022
- 3 min
5 Day Summer Challenge!
5 Day Summer Challenge! It’s summer time, and if you like challenges and activities, you should add this to your bucket list. In my...
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Erin Butts
- May 31, 2022
- 3 min
More Than A Period
Gaining an appreciation for your menstrual cycle. Disclaimer: Amber’s Care should not replace medical advice. If you have questions about...
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Erin Butts
- Apr 11, 2022
- 3 min
Primary Dysmenorrhea's Effect on Academics
Period pain has a negative impact on academic performance, researchers say. It was my senior year of high-school and it was time to take...
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Erin Butts
- Feb 16, 2022
- 2 min
Celebrating Black Doctors
An anecdotal piece Happy Black History Month. I recently requested a pelvic exam to ensure that my period pain was not caused by any...
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Erin Butts
- Dec 23, 2021
- 3 min
The Pros and Cons of Using Birth Control For Dysmenorrhea
I’ve had dysmenorrhea (painful periods) and menorrhagia (heavy bleeding) for a long time now. Before heading off to college in 2016, I...
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Erin Butts
- Dec 4, 2021
- 2 min
How to Make A Creative Period Tracker
A picture of my period tracker from last month. I chose not to show my symptoms. Tracking your period is very important, especially if...
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Erin Butts
- Dec 3, 2021
- 3 min
5 Day December Challenge!
Anyone who deals with painful periods knows how difficult it can be to complete tasks, stay encouraged, and feel hopeful. This 5 Day...
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Erin Butts
- Nov 13, 2021
- 4 min
Exploring Natural Remedies for Severe Period Pain
Everyone should feel good about what’s going into their body, and everyone should have reliable options to help guard their health to...
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Erin Butts
- Oct 19, 2021
- 2 min
Understanding Primary and Secondary Dysmenorrhea
Every month a number of women suffer from severe period pain that affects their day-to-day life. These women endure physical...
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