So, Are You Calling in Sick Even When You Have Debilitating Periods?

Some Jezebel readers really need to take some time off!

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On Monday we asked you to bear your souls and tell us if you’ve ever called out sick from a job because of period pain. My goodness, were there some extremely detailed and painful-sounding answers! Overall, the community of people with periods who also read Jezebel seems to be willing to take on quite a bit of pain before resorting to the equally painful act of calling a boss and explaining cramps to them. Everybody needs a vacation.

Yes, but keep it vague

Yes, but keep it vague
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Migraines as an excuse always works. (Sometimes.)

Migraines as an excuse always works. (Sometimes.)
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Fibroids, more like fuckbroids

Fibroids, more like fuckbroids
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A Story In Three Parts

A Story In Three Parts
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A whole ass what now!?

A whole ass what now!?
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Universal healthcare when?

Universal healthcare when?
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Diarrhea is less embarrassing than periods?

Diarrhea is less embarrassing than periods?
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Take what is yours with blood and fire

Take what is yours with blood and fire
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Massive! Cyst!

Massive! Cyst!
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