Is it normal to delay your period by 18 days?

We know that many girls suffer from delayed menstruation. Generally, menstruation is delayed by 2-3 days. This is normal. There is no need to worry. Menstruation will still come normally and it will not affect your health. If your period is delayed for more than half a month, you should consider whether you are pregnant. If you are not pregnant, you should go to the hospital for examination. So, if a girl’s period is delayed by 18 days, is this normal? What are the precautions?

1. What is delayed menstruation?

Under normal circumstances, a woman's menstrual cycle is 28-30 days. If a woman's menstruation is advanced or delayed by about 7 days, it is still within the normal range. Of course, the length of the cycle varies from person to person, but if the menstrual period has not arrived normally after more than 7 days, it is considered to be delayed.

Normal menstruation lasts about 3-7 days. If a woman has sex, she should consider whether the delayed menstruation is due to pregnancy. If the menstruation is delayed for about 10 days, it is recommended to go to the hospital for a pregnancy check.

2. What to do if your period is delayed for half a month

1. Traditional Chinese medicine conditioning

Traditional Chinese medicine mainly regulates through three aspects:

Liver: Regulating the liver is to make the Qi and blood flow smoothly. When women's Qi and blood flow smoothly, menstrual blood will not be retained in the body.

Kidney: Menstrual fluid comes from the kidneys, so if you want to fundamentally solve this problem, you must first take good care of your kidneys. Only by activating the kidneys can you make menstruation smooth.

Spleen: The main function of the spleen and stomach is to replenish blood. Regulating the spleen and stomach can replenish the blood lost by the body.

2. Diet adjustment

(1) Eat more protein and high-fiber foods

You can add more meat, soy products, eggs, etc. to your lunch and dinner. These high-protein foods can replenish the nutrients lost by the body during menstruation. At the same time, you should also consume more vegetables, whole-grain foods, fruits, etc. The rich fiber can increase the magnesium content, thereby effectively regulating the disordered menstrual cycle.

(2) Eat less sweets and caffeinated drinks

Foods with high sugar content, such as candy, chocolate, and cake, can cause blood sugar levels to rise, affect menstrual stability, and cause physical discomfort. However, drinks such as strong tea and coffee can make women anxious and uneasy, making it difficult for them to calmly welcome the arrival of menstruation. It is recommended that female friends who love tea drinkers switch to barley tea, which may be more effective.

(3) If you have heavy menstrual bleeding, it is recommended to eat more high-fiber foods

If your menstruation is often delayed and you also have heavy bleeding, it is recommended that you eat more raisins, dates, spinach, etc. This type of food can effectively help you replenish blood and qi and recover quickly.