Menstruation is a regular private report for us women that everything is working as it should, or on the contrary, it can point out certain deficiencies or health problems. This is one of the many reasons why a woman should be interested in the state of her menstruation, regardless of whether she is currently planning a pregnancy or not.
Let's take a look at 7 warning signs that you definitely shouldn't ignore during your period!
The first sign that something is going on in your body is an irregular cycle or even the absence of your period. If the reason is not pregnancy, breastfeeding, hormonal contraception or other medications that would affect the course of the cycle, it is definitely worth addressing.
The fact that the menstrual cycle is not regular can be related to some health conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome , and in many cases, an inappropriate lifestyle , extreme exercise combined with insufficient dietary intake, or other forms of stress in a woman's life are to blame, which not only interfere with the reproductive system, but are also likely to have an impact on sleep, energy, or psychological resilience.
If you're bleeding for more than 7 days during your period, you may have heavy periods, which can have a number of underlying medical causes that you should definitely consult with your doctor about.
Longer menstrual bleeding can sometimes occur several months after starting hormonal contraception, but thyroid conditions, endometriosis, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can also affect the course of menstruation.
During your period, you may experience some discomfort, but significant pain should not be one of the accompanying symptoms. Cramping pains in the lower abdomen, lower back or groin may be due to an overall unhealthy lifestyle, sometimes it is necessary to supplement some vitamins or minerals , but significant pain during menstruation is typically associated with endometriosis or adenomyosis. Although painful menstruation is a relatively common issue for many women, this does not mean that you should not deal with it.
Dizziness or fainting during menstruation can be a result of hormonal fluctuations, but it can also be a result of heavy menstruation. During heavy menstrual flow, there can be more significant blood loss, which causes anemia, and this can lead to similar symptoms.
The color of your menstrual blood matters and can tell you a lot about your health! Usually, you can encounter all shades of red. However, sometimes menstrual blood can be colored orange or gray, and it can indicate a vaginal infection. In this case, watch for other symptoms, such as itching or pain in the intimate areas, unpleasant odor or burning when urinating, and then contact your doctor if necessary to prevent any inconvenience in time.
If you have to change pads or tampons every 1-2 hours throughout your period or are regularly forced to use double menstrual protection , be careful. Similar to the dizziness mentioned above, this may also be heavy bleeding, which requires consultation with a doctor and timely detection of potential medical causes.
In addition to menstrual bleeding, you may also experience light bleeding around the time of ovulation, when a mature egg leaves the follicle. This bleeding usually does not necessarily require the use of a sanitary pad or tampon, but rather occurs in the form of spotting, similar to what you may experience a few days before your period.
However, if you bleed more than once during your menstrual cycle or regularly bleed after intercourse , it could be a sign of a medical condition, such as hormonal imbalance, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, etc. Don't ignore these signs and always make sure that your health is in order.
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Are you struggling with the aforementioned menstrual problems? First of all, always visit your doctor, with whom you will discuss all your symptoms and problems, and who can reveal any possible medical causes.
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