at what age can you get your period? (e.g, between … and …)
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pain near stomach, breasts swollen, muscle pain
some common symptoms of period pain are..
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oestrogen, testosterone, progesterone
three key hormones in your period
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pre-menstrual syndrome
what does PMS stand for?
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how many decades do people menstruate for? (e.g, 3)
4
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how many years on average is a person on their period? (e.g, 30)
40
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how many periods will a person get, on average, in their lifetime? (e.g, 200)
450
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how many years, on average, will a person be on their periods in a lifetime? (e.g, 10)
40
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how much blood do you lose per period? (mL)
40mL
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The shedding of the uterine lining that occurs during the ________ phase of the menstrual cycle.
menstrual
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Ovulation is the process by which a mature ___________ is released from the ovary and travels down the fallopian tube, where it may be fertilized by sperm.
egg
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The menstrual cycle's second half is called the ______ phase. The corpus luteum forms and secretes progesterone to prep the uterus for implantation.
luteal
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During the menstrual cycle, the __________ phase is the first half of the cycle, characterized by the development of a follicle in the ovary and the thickening of the uterine lining.
follicular phase
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a person’s mental and physical position
health
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The unique characteristics, qualities, and beliefs that define a person and distinguish them from others. It includes aspects such as personality, memories, experiences, and values.
What is personal identity?
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A state that everyone goes through where your body develops into an adult
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