Menstrual suppression, or avoiding getting your period, involves using hormonal methods to prevent the shedding of the uterine lining, thereby eliminating menstrual bleeding. It can be achieved through various methods such as birth control pills, hormonal injections, or an intrauterine device (IUD).
Menstrual suppression offers several benefits, including reducing menstrual cramps, regulating irregular periods, alleviating heavy bleeding, and providing contraception. Historically, menstrual suppression has been employed for these purposes, with documentation dating back to the 1960s.