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The ovum (egg) is released before a period and it travels down the Fallopian tube into the womb. A few days later, if it has not been fertilised by a sperm, then the womb will shed its lining, and will also shed the ovum (egg). This shedding of the womb is a woman's period.

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Is the egg released during menstruation?

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Do the chemicals released during menstruation affect other women in any way?

No it does not.


Do your breast get bigger before getting your period?

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Why do you get Horney before your period comes on?

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