Blood : the science, medicine, and mythology of menstruation
Record details
- ISBN: 9780735280823 (trade paperback)
-
Physical Description:
print
xiv, 462 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm - Publisher: Toronto, ON : Random House Canada, [2024]
- Copyright: ©2024
Content descriptions
Formatted Contents Note: | Introduction -- Part 1. The menstrual cycle, a primer -- Why menstruation? -- Menstrual cycle 101 -- The brain-brain-ovary connection -- The basics of bleeding -- Reproductive hormones : a handbook -- Menarche : journey to the first period -- Menopause : the afterparty -- Part 2. Common concerns and menstrual maintenance -- The pelvic exam -- Premenstrual symptoms : pMS, PMDD, and breast pain -- Beyond the uterus : hormones and your health -- Menstrual tracking -- The history and safety of menstrual products -- Modern menstrual products -- Menstrual product myths -- Part 3. Bleeding and pain -- A primer on abnormal bleeding -- Heavy periods -- Bleeding bingo : when they stop, when they become irregular, and breakthrough bleeding -- Polycystic ovarian syndrome -- Painful periods -- Endometriosis -- Alternative therapies for menstrual pain -- Part 4. Contraception and abortion -- The history of hormonal contraception -- Estrogen-containing contraceptives : the modern pill, patch, and ring -- Progestin-only methods -- Emergency contraception -- The history of the intrauterine device -- The modern intrauterine device -- Abortion -- Surgical sterilization, barrier contraception, and fertility awareness methods -- Contraception potpourri. |
Search for related items by subject
Subject: | Gynecology Menstrual cycle Menstruation Women Health and hygiene |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lakeshore Branch | 612.662 Gun | 31681010356954 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |