【Popular Science】Irregular menstruation, you need to know these

Menstruation is a problem that every woman has to face every month, but many women will have a series of problems due to various reasons. This month it comes early! Next month it is delayed again! Or even "Auntie" is gone! These problems have troubled many female friends, so today I will take you to learn about irregular menstruation.

Irregular menstruation is one of the common physiological phenomena of women. It may manifest as irregular cycles, prolonged or shortened cycles, abnormal menstrual volume, etc. This situation not only affects the quality of life of women, but also may cause potential health problems. Therefore, it is very important for female friends to understand the relevant knowledge of irregular menstruation. So, if you want scientific treatment, what should you do? Let's take a look with me below.

Menstrual irregularities may present with the following symptoms:

1. Irregular cycles: Menstrual cycles longer than 35 days or less than 21 days, or irregular menstrual periods, are manifestations of irregular cycles.

2. Abnormal menstrual volume: Excessive or insufficient menstrual bleeding may be a manifestation of irregular menstruation. The normal menstrual blood volume for women is 20-60 ml, and more than 80 ml is considered menorrhagia.

3. Prolonged or shortened cycle: The prolongation or shortening of the menstrual cycle, that is, the duration of menstruation is too long or too short, is also one of the common symptoms of irregular menstruation.

4. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS): Premenstrual discomfort symptoms such as breast tenderness, mood swings, abdominal pain, and headaches may be related to irregular menstruation. In addition, dysmenorrhea is a symptom that many women experience, manifested as pain and heaviness in the lower abdomen, accompanied by backache or other discomfort, and in severe cases, it even affects daily life.

5. Amenorrhea or infertility: Long-term menstrual irregularities may lead to amenorrhea, that is, the cessation of menstruation, or affect fertility and cause infertility.

It should be noted that people have individual differences, so women cannot judge themselves entirely according to the standards of others.

How are menstrual irregularities diagnosed?

The doctor will learn in detail about the patient's menstrual condition, lifestyle, eating habits and other factors that may affect menstruation. It may also include some auxiliary examinations, such as B-ultrasound examination, biopsy, endocrine test, cytology examination, hysteroscopy or laparoscopy, liver, kidney function and blood system examination as appropriate, and chromosome examination for patients with irregular menstruation if necessary.

What should you pay attention to when you have irregular menstruation?

1. Maintain a regular lifestyle

Staying up late, overwork, and irregular life can all lead to irregular menstruation. Therefore, you should maintain good work and rest habits, and pay more attention to sleep quality during your menstrual period.

2. Stay away from cold drinks

When summer comes, female friends have a special liking for cold drinks and ice cream. Cold drinks will irritate our stomach and intestines. If you drink cold drinks during your menstrual period, you will catch a cold and aggravate the symptoms of irregular menstruation. Therefore, you should pay attention to controlling the consumption of cold food in your daily life.

3. Eat more warming foods

Eat more foods containing iron, such as red meat and beans. During the menstrual period, you can eat some warming foods to replenish blood and qi, such as red dates, longans, brown sugar, etc. The diet one week before menstruation should be light, easy to digest, and rich in nutrients. You can increase the intake of green leafy vegetables and fruits, and stay hydrated, which helps maintain a healthy digestive system and relieve the discomfort of pelvic congestion.

4. Keep a happy mood

Psychological stress and mood swings also have an impact on menstruation. It is recommended that you take positive psychological adjustment measures in your daily life, such as exercise and relaxation, to reduce the negative impact of stress and mood swings on menstruation.

5. Drink more hot water

Drinking more hot water is beneficial for women during menstruation. It can help warm the body, warm the uterus and abdomen, help relieve discomfort, and reduce the occurrence of diarrhea.

6. Seek medical attention promptly

When severe dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, etc. occur, you should seek medical treatment in time and take medication or adjust your lifestyle habits according to the doctor's advice.

The above are some common knowledge about irregular menstruation. Female friends must develop good living habits. Irregular menstruation is not a trivial matter. You must pay attention to conditioning in daily life, go to bed early and get up early, don’t stay up late, and drink less cold drinks. This will have a very good preventive effect on irregular menstruation.

Tip: In recent years, cases of amenorrhea due to improper weight loss in women have occurred frequently. In fact, the human central nervous system is very sensitive to weight loss, especially in the eight major systems of the human body. When the body is in a state of energy deficiency (especially when thin), the central nervous system will automatically shut down unimportant systems (reproductive system) to ensure the continuation of life. A weight loss of about 10% or a 30% reduction in body fat within a year may cause amenorrhea even within the normal range. Studies have shown that excessive exercise or excessive restriction of energy intake is more likely to cause amenorrhea. Once a woman has amenorrhea, it may take several months to several years to recover. Therefore, for the sake of their own health, women should avoid "quick success and instant benefits" during the weight loss process, pay attention to scientific weight loss methods, and be vigilant about the occurrence of gynecological diseases. (Geng Yanli, Lingshou County People's Hospital, Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province)