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Urgent Health Guidance

Emergency Menstrual Warning Signs

While most period symptoms are a natural part of cycle changes, certain red-flag signs require immediate emergency medical evaluation.

Emergency Warning Sign Notice🇮🇳 IN

If you are experiencing severe sudden pain, uncontrolled bleeding, high fever, or signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), please call national emergency services (112 in India / 181 Women Helpline / 14416 Tele-MANAS) or visit the nearest hospital immediately.

Go to Emergency Room Immediately If You Experience:

  • •Severe Sudden Pelvic Pain: Sharp, excruciating lower belly pain, especially if on one side.
  • •Signs of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS): Sudden high fever (>102°F), vomiting, diarrhea, sunburn-like rash, or fainting while using tampons or cups.
  • •Extreme Heavy Bleeding: Soaking through two or more maxi pads/tampons every hour for 2 consecutive hours, or passing golf-ball sized blood clots.
  • •Severe Dizziness or Fainting: Feeling lightheaded, extremely pale, confused, or unable to stand.

Emergency Helplines (India)

National Emergency NumberPolice, Ambulance, Fire
Call 112
National Health HelplineToll-Free Health Guidance
Call 1075
Women Helpline (NCW)National Commission for Women
Call 1091

Chapter 34 of the Period Talk book contains detailed emergency sign checklists.

Medical Sources & References

  1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Facts on Tampons—and How to Use Them Safely.(FDA)
  2. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). FAQs: Postpartum Pain Management.(ACOG)