Abdominal distension after menstruation

Some women always feel a sense of heaviness in their lower abdomen after menstruation. This is a very normal phenomenon, because when women have their period, the inner wall of their uterus will fall off. At this time, some of the cells that fall off will be discharged from the body with the menstrual blood. During the discharge process, there may be some slight falling, and the lower body will also feel heaviness and pain. So what should I do if my lower abdomen is swollen after menstruation?

1. Menstrual health care method

If women often experience lower abdominal distension before menstruation and the symptoms do not improve after menstruation comes, then these women should take good care of themselves during menstruation, such as paying attention to cleanliness and hygiene, and preventing bacterial infections. At the same time, pay attention to proper rest and ensure adequate sleep; pay attention to keeping warm and avoid catching cold; eat a light diet, pay attention to nutrition, eat more warm foods, and eat less cold and irritating foods.

2. Psychological management method

Abdominal distension during menstruation is closely related to bad mood. If you are angry or depressed during your menstrual period, you may experience abdominal bloating. Women are reminded that they must manage their negative emotions during menstruation and relax at the right time. At the same time, you should understand that lower abdominal distension and mild back pain during menstruation are normal phenomena and there is no need to worry too much.

3. Hot compress therapy

Hot compress therapy can effectively relieve abdominal distension symptoms, especially when there is local distension in the lower abdomen, the effect of hot compress is more obvious. The method is very simple. Just soak a towel in hot water, wring it dry and place it on the bloated area for hot compress. You can also use a heat pack or hot water bottle instead.

Causes of abdominal distension in women

Irregular menstruation causes

The most common problem of lower abdominal distension is irregular menstruation. Some women will experience lower abdominal pain, general discomfort and other problems during the menstrual cycle. In severe cases, the pain may be severe.

Most adolescent women suffer from primary dysmenorrhea, which can heal itself. Frequent dysmenorrhea may be caused by other diseases, such as uterine disease.

Tumor causes

Tumors can cause abdominal pain, bloating, back pain, and a feeling of heaviness, which usually persist and do not disappear suddenly.

In addition, if the tumor twists or ruptures. If bleeding occurs, it will cause sudden abdominal pain and require timely surgical treatment.