Reasons for dark menstrual period

Many women feel very uncomfortable during menstruation and often experience reactions such as abdominal pain. Moreover, the most important feature of menstruation is the metabolism of blood in the body. Under normal circumstances, the color of menstruation is generally red, and other colors are not normal. Therefore, if the color of menstrual blood turns black, it usually means that there is a problem somewhere in the body. So, what is the reason why the color of menstrual blood turns dark?

1. Reasons for dark menstrual blood color in late menstruation

1. Black menstruation occurs due to qi stagnation and blood stasis. The menstruation is irregular, the amount of menstruation may be more or less, the color is purple-red, there are clots, and the menstruation is not smooth. Or it may be accompanied by lower abdominal pain that is resistant to pressure, or distension and pain in the chest, flanks, breasts, and lower abdomen, abdominal distension and discomfort, purple tongue or petechiae, thin white or thin yellow tongue coating, and stringy or astringent pulse. The treatment is suitable for promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, regulating qi and relieving pain.

2. Black menstruation occurs due to deficiency of both Qi and blood. The menstrual cycle is advanced or delayed, the menstrual volume increases or decreases, the menstrual period is prolonged, the color is light, and the quality is thin. Or there may be pain in the lower abdomen, dizziness, fatigue, pale or sallow complexion, poor appetite and loose stools. The tongue is pale red and the pulse is thready and weak. Treatment should focus on replenishing both Qi and blood.

3. Black menstruation occurs due to kidney deficiency. The menstrual cycle is irregular, the amount is small, the color is light red or dark red, and the texture is thin. Weak waist and knees, heel pain, dizziness, tinnitus, or cold lower abdomen, or frequent urination at night. The tongue is pale and the pulse is weak or slow. Treatment is suitable for tonifying the kidney and regulating menstruation.

4. Caused by gynecological diseases. Gynecological inflammations such as pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis, and fallopian tube adhesions can cause the menstrual blood in a woman's uterus to be unable to be discharged normally and smoothly, leading to menstrual blood congestion and causing the color of menstruation to turn dark in the late stages of menstruation.

5. Endocrine disorders. Endocrine disorders cause a decrease in estrogen levels in women's bodies, resulting in dark menstrual blood.

6. Organic diseases or side effects of drugs. Inflammation, tumors and developmental abnormalities, abnormal function of the thyroid and adrenal cortex, and diabetes may all cause irregular menstruation. The use of psychiatric drugs and endocrine preparations can also disrupt menstruation, causing dark menstrual blood in the late stages of menstruation.

2. Treatment methods for dark menstrual blood color in late menstruation

1. Keep a happy spirit and avoid mental stimulation and mood swings. Ninghao Private Care reminds you that some individuals may experience lower abdominal distension, back pain, breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, fatigue, drowsiness, emotional instability, irritability or depression during menstruation. These are all normal and there is no need to be overly nervous.

2. Choose underwear that is soft, cotton, and well ventilated. Wash and change it frequently, and dry it in the sun.

3. Pay attention to hygiene and prevent infection. First of all, pay attention to hygiene and clean frequently. Sexual activity is prohibited during menstruation. Change sanitary napkins frequently during the first two days of menstruation when the flow is heavy.