There are blood clots in menstruation

When women have their period, their private parts will bleed heavily, and the color is usually darker. Some women, in addition to bleeding, may also have other debris discharged from their bodies. Many women find that there are blood clots in their menstrual period, and they are dark brown in color. This is one of the characteristics of irregular menstruation. Women should pay attention to being more active. So, what happens if there are blood clots during menstruation?

1. Sitting for a long time can cause blood clots in your period

It is generally believed that blood clots during menstruation may be related to sitting for a long time during menstruation. You should know that sitting for a long time will cause poor blood circulation between the qi and blood and the pelvic cavity, which will cause stagnation of menstrual blood. How to determine whether sitting for a long time causes menstrual blood flow obstruction? In fact, it is very simple. When you stand up after sitting for a long time, you will suddenly feel the menstrual blood gushing out, accompanied by some blood clots. This situation requires attention, because long-term poor excretion of menstrual blood can induce a series of gynecological diseases.

Therefore, it is generally recommended that women should not sit for a long time during menstruation. It is best to stand up and move around every half hour to an hour to prevent the menstrual blood from stagnating for a long time.

2. Heavy menstrual flow with blood clots or anemia

But this isn't the only possible reason for your period to contain blood clots. Experts point out that if blood clots are found when the menstrual flow is heavy, coupled with symptoms such as general weakness and dizziness, then you should consider whether you have anemia. In this situation, it is generally recommended to eat blood-enriching foods, such as red meat. In severe cases, iron supplements are needed.

3. If you have blood clots every time you have your period, it is best to see a doctor

Another thing is, if there are blood clots every time you have your period, it may be due to changes in menstrual blood caused by gynecological inflammation, or problems with the endometrium. If this is the case for you, it is best to go to the hospital for a check-up.

How to treat blood clots during menstruation

Chinese medicine can be used for conditioning. You can use methods to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, regulate qi and dredge collaterals, such as eating safflower, peach kernel, mint, Kuncao, Ze Lan, red peony root, etc., which will have good results and effects. If the menstrual blood is not only dark red but also contains blood clots, this is a "blood stasis and qi stagnation" constitution, which can be treated with Chuanxiong, Salvia miltiorrhiza, Safflower, etc. If the menstrual blood is less and light in color, it is a sign of "blood deficiency and body weakness" and you should use angelica, astragalus, rehmannia, longan, ginseng, etc. to nourish the body. But be careful to take it under the guidance of a doctor.

How to take care of blood clots during menstruation

1. Keep warm: During menstruation, you should keep warm and wear more clothes. If you have symptoms of dysmenorrhea, you can apply a hot water bottle to your stomach or lower abdomen.

2. Avoid eating raw or cold food: it is best to eat warm food during menstruation. Eat less grilled, fried, spicy or pickled foods, and avoid eating watermelon, pears, coconut, grapes, grapefruit, etc., so as not to affect blood vessel contraction.

3. Avoid overwork: During the menstrual period, women's bodies are prone to fatigue. During this period, they should pay more attention to rest, avoid staying up late, and reduce the occurrence of blood clots during menstruation.

4. Happy mood: Maintaining a happy mood is very helpful for your physical and mental health. Keeping a happy mood can promote blood circulation.

5. Take more vitamin C and E: Vitamin C and E can promote smooth blood circulation in the pelvis, reduce pain caused by congestion, and supplement rich calcium and magnesium to relax muscles.