Why is there black discharge?

We all know that women's lower body often secretes some secretions. Normal secretions are generally leucorrhea. Normal leucorrhea is white and turbid. Only when women are about to have their period will their leucorrhea contain some brown impurities. Women with some gynecological diseases will also secrete some black substances. At this time, they should take some drugs to regulate the secretion function. So why is there black secretion?

What should I do if there is black discharge during menstruation?

1. Neuroendocrine dysfunction

If the female hypothalamus-pituitary-ovarian axis is defective or dysfunctional due to some factors, it can lead to irregular menstruation.

2. Drug factors

Some drugs for treating mental illnesses, endocrine preparations, etc. can cause menstrual disorders in women.

3. Organic lesions

If a woman has some organic disease problems, including local inflammation of the reproductive organs, tumors or developmental abnormalities, and intracranial diseases.

Or other endocrine dysfunctions such as thyroid and adrenal cortex dysfunction, diabetes, Sheehan's disease, liver disease and blood disease can all lead to irregular menstruation in women.

4. Others

Women who have intrauterine contraceptive devices and professional long-distance runners may also experience irregular menstruation.

How do women take care of their health during menstruation?

1. Suitable temperature

Pay attention to climate changes, especially avoid high temperatures in the sun, wind, cold and rain; or wading and swimming, or washing your hair and feet with cold water, or sitting on cold ground for a long time, etc.

2. Regulate emotions

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that abnormal emotions are one of the important pathogenic factors, and the impact of mental emotions on menstruation is particularly obvious. Therefore, during menstruation, you must keep your emotions stable, your mood happy, and avoid adverse stimulation to prevent irregular menstruation.

3. Eat in moderation

During the menstrual period, due to the dissipation of menstrual blood, more adequate nutrition is needed; the diet should be light and mild, easy to digest, and avoid eating too much raw and cold food, because the cold causes blood to coagulate, which can easily cause dysmenorrhea, as well as scanty or sudden interruption of menstruation. Avoid overeating spicy, dry, and dry foods that damage body fluids to reduce uterine congestion. Drink more boiled water, eat more fruits and vegetables, and keep your bowel movements smooth.

4. Combine work and rest

Working, studying, and engaging in general physical labor as usual during menstruation can promote pelvic blood circulation, thereby reducing back pain and lower abdominal discomfort. However, heavy physical labor and strenuous exercise should be avoided, as overwork can cause excessive congestion in the pelvis, causing excessive menstruation, prolonged menstruation, abdominal pain, and back pain. Also, ensure adequate sleep to maintain adequate energy.

5. Do not use medication indiscriminately

Generally, women experience slight discomfort during menstruation, which disappears on its own after menstruation and does not require medication to avoid interfering with the normal process. If you experience unbearable abdominal pain or excessive bleeding that does not stop for a long time, you need to be examined and treated by a doctor and do not take any medicine at will.

6. Avoid sexual intercourse

During menstruation, the endometrium is exfoliated and bleeds, there are fresh wounds in the uterine cavity, the cervix opens slightly, the acidity of the vagina decreases, and the ability to defend against bacteria weakens. If you have sex at this time, bacteria will be introduced and it may easily lead to genital inflammation. If the fallopian tubes become inflamed and blocked, it may also cause infertility. It can also cause prolonged menstruation or even continuous bleeding. Therefore, women should refrain from sexual intercourse during menstruation to prevent infection.

7. Cleanliness and hygiene

During menstruation, the vulva should be kept clean. Wipe the vulva with warm water every night. It is not advisable to take a tub bath or a sitz bath, but a shower is better. Sanitary napkins and paper should be soft and clean, and it is best to sterilize them under high pressure before use. Menstrual belts and underwear should be changed and washed frequently to reduce the irritation of blood stains to the vulva and inner thighs. After washing, scald them with boiling water and dry them in the sun for later use. Menstrual pads should be made with sterilized gauze and toilet paper. After defecation, wipe from front to back to avoid bringing dirt into the vagina and causing vaginitis or uterine inflammation.