Those are just a few examples, but you get the idea. Imagine all these hormonal challenges along with a diet that's too high in sugar and starches combined with a sedentary lifestyle. You've got the recipe for a monthly ride on the pain train.

The thing is if you approach your doctor with your complaints, he or she is likely to write you a prescription for pain medication. If that doesn't work, a stronger prescription or maybe even birth control pills. Really? More hormones?!

There are many health resources on the Internet - more than any other time. The problem is they 腺肌症 often contradict each other. Today fish oil is good, tomorrow krill is better. One book recommends vegan, another suggests the omnivore's diet.