In Medieval times, many believed that if a man had sex with a menstruating woman, he would risk contracting leprosy, believing even a conceived child would suffer.
Contrasting views existed, such as Sister Hildegard of Bingen asserting period blood could cure leprosy, showing the historical complexity of menstrual beliefs across cultures.
Periods have been subjected to myths that label them as dirty or evil, reflecting deeply rooted societal taboos and misconceptions that still resonate today.
The stigmas around menstruation, passed through generations, affect how society perceives it, making education and conversation about it essential for change.
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