r/science • u/CookMotor • Nov 02 '24

Neuroscience In a First, Scientists Found Structural, Brain-Wide Changes During Menstruation

https://www.sciencealert.com/in-a-first-scientists-found-structural-brain-wide-changes-during-menstruation
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u/[deleted] Nov 02 '24

On average, people who menstruate experience about 450 menstrual cycles throughout the lifespan (Chavez-MacGregor et al., 2008)

that's crazy

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u/Kokophelli Nov 02 '24

Its actually (51-12) x 13 = 507

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u/sawyouoverthere Nov 02 '24

Don’t assume the mythical 28 day cycle that only 10-15% of women actually experience…

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u/concentrated-amazing Nov 03 '24

And regularity too.

Like, my cycle is regular-ish (in the sense that I have 9+ periods a year), but it ranges from 28 to 45 days, with most being in the 28-38 day range. And occasional skips just to make things exciting.