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Make the Connection
Menstruation and the Teen Athlete By Sue Marquette Poremba
Clamp also says that the moodiness can work in the teenage athlete's favor. "Frankly, there's nothing better than a 'don't tick me off' attitude before competing," she says, laughing.
Menstrual migraines, however, do not appear to be lessened by an active lifestyle. According to Endo Pharmaceuticals, there are two types of menstrual migraines: menstrually related migraines and pure menstrual migraines. Menstrually related migraines are painful headaches that happen during the period, but can happen at other times of the month as well. A pure menstrual migraine happens only during the period and is believe to be caused by the drop in estrogen.
The Coping ConnectionFor many teenagers, however, the biggest concern is finding the proper feminine hygiene product to wear while competing or training during their period. As long as they are changed frequently to avoid Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), tampons are the best method for most sports. For girls who will be competing without the opportunity for a break, such as long-distance runners, try a pad with wings for extra reinforcement. As long as the athletic teenage girl remembers to care for her overall health needs, her menstrual cycle should rarely put a cramp into her ability to perform at her best.