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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

Teenagers with painful periods more likely to suffer from this health issue later in life

Teenage girls experiencing severe period pain could face a heightened risk of chronic pain later in life, a new study suggests.

Researchers behind the study emphasised that menstrual pain should not be "dismissed or trivialised," asserting it "deserves serious attention" as a public health concern.

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