Menstruation, a part of a girl's reproductive cycle , is surrounded by so many taboos and myths which restricts the women from various socio-cultural activities. It is a process when a girl bleeds through her vagina . It's a very natural thing but our society covers it under the blanket of secrecy. Many cultures associate menstruation with shame , embarrassment and dirt. But , the society doesn't realise the effect of these taboos on the women . These myths and restrictions effect them mentally as well as physically.

Due to the social influences and always being silenced to talk about it, women don't even share how badly they suffer the pain and cramps. This pain can sometimes lead to DYSMENORRHOEA . It is a condition of excessive cramps and pain due to disorders in female reproductive organs . It is of two types, primary dysmenorrhoea , which takes place generally with every girl.And the other one is secondary dysmenorrhoea, which is a serious problem. The irony is, a large part of the society is unfamiliar to this problem and the society appears to be a hurdle in the advancement of knowledge about dysmenorrhoea. It's no less harmful than other diseases.

Earlier even asking for the menstrual leave was considered as unethical but today due to advancement of the society Several countries have introduced a menstrual leave provision for their employees.Japan passed a law allowing women with debilitating periods to take days off. Similarly, in South Korea, women were granted menstrual leave from the year 2001 onwards. Companies like Nike have also adopted similar policies. Even in India, Bihar government offers two days period leave for women employees. It's the high time to rise above these taboos and talk about it openly. And it is earth-shaking to educate the women about dysmenorrhoea so that it could be timely treated . PERIODS ARE NORMAL BUT PERIOD PAIN IS NOT .

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