Many women experience changes in bowel movements during their menstrual cycle, often including diarrhea or constipation.
Hormonal shifts, specifically fluctuating progesterone and prostaglandin levels, directly affect gut motility and muscle contractions.
These hormonal changes can cause either constipation before your period or diarrhea during menstruation, impacting your digestive system.
While generally normal, persistent or severe symptoms warrant a doctor's consultation to rule out other underlying health issues.
