What causes blood clots during menstruation?

Many women will experience dysmenorrhea during menstruation. Dysmenorrhea is caused by the cold constitution of women. Secondly, blood stasis will occur, that is, blood clots will appear during menstruation. In traditional Chinese medicine, blood stasis is related to qi stagnation. It is generally better to take some Chinese medicine to regulate it. Pay attention to keeping warm during menstruation, so that menstruation will be normal. Learn more about what is going on with blood clots during menstruation?

1. Women with blood clots during menstruation are believed by traditional Chinese medicine to be related to blood stasis, and often have symptoms of qi stagnation and blood stasis, such as rough, dull facial skin and acne. Some patients experience facial pigmentation, which directly affects their facial beauty. In this case, Chinese medicine can generally be used for treatment. According to the symptoms and signs, the methods of promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, regulating qi and unblocking collaterals can have better effects. Herbs such as safflower, peach kernel, mint, kuncao, zelan, and red peony root have good effects on improving symptoms and signs. However, this should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

2. Those who have clots during menstruation should pay attention to menstrual protection, keep warm in winter to prevent catching cold, do not eat raw or cold food, do not overwork, maintain a happy mood, and combine work and rest. For those with facial pigmentation, they can be cured by treating the disease externally and internally and regulating menstruation.

3. If the menstrual blood is dark red with blood clots, it indicates a constitution of "blood stasis and qi stagnation". You can use ingredients such as Chuanxiong, Salvia miltiorrhiza, and Safflower. If the menstrual blood is less in quantity and lighter 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. If you have cold hands and feet, you can improve your condition by eating a warming diet with cinnamon twigs, fennel and mugwort leaves. You should drink high-protein and low-fat drinks, take more vitamins C and E to promote smooth blood circulation in the pelvis and reduce pain caused by congestion. You should also take calcium and magnesium to relax your muscles.

Foods that should not be eaten - During the 3 days before the menstrual period, the food should be warm. Eat less grilled, fried, spicy or pickled foods, and avoid watermelon, pear, coconut and grapefruit to avoid affecting blood vessel constriction.