How to calculate the menstrual cycle most accurately

From the first day of menstruation to the end of menstruation, girls need to keep warm and not overwork. In short, they need to take good care of themselves to avoid causing trouble for their period. When chatting with female friends around me, you will find that everyone's menstrual period and menstrual volume are different, which is directly related to personal constitution. So, how to calculate the menstrual cycle most accurately? Let’s take a look at the detailed introduction.

A complete menstrual cycle starts from the first day of menstruation and ends on the first day of the next menstruation. Generally speaking, the menstrual cycle is calculated as one month, but in fact it varies from person to person. The calculation of the menstrual cycle should include the time when menstruation begins. Some women only calculate the time when menstruation ends, which may make them think that the menstrual cycle is shortened. A menstrual cycle is generally 21-35 days, with an average of 28 days. It is normal to have a menstrual period at the beginning and end of the month.

The length of menstrual cycles varies from woman to woman. A menstrual cycle that is 7-10 days earlier or later is within the normal range. As long as a certain regularity is maintained, it is not considered to be menstrual irregularity. The menstrual cycle, also called the ovarian cycle, is divided into four phases, including the follicular phase, ovulation phase, luteal phase, and menstruation phase:

1. Follicular phase: The follicular phase is from the first day of menstruation to the day of ovulation. During this period, under the influence of follicle-stimulating hormone, the concentration of estrogen in the body increases, the follicles gradually mature, and the endometrium thickens.

2. Ovulation period: Ovulation period refers to the process in which the egg cell and the surrounding cumulus granulosa cells are discharged together. A woman's ovulation date is generally about 14 days before the next menstrual period.

3. Luteal phase: The luteal phase refers to the period from ovulation to the day before menstruation. The ovaries are affected by luteinizing hormone and secrete progesterone to maintain the thickened endometrium to facilitate the implantation of the fertilized egg. If the fertilized egg does not implant, the endometrium will collapse and the menstrual cycle ends with the onset of menstruation.

4. Menstrual period: The duration of each menstrual period is called the menstrual period, which is generally 2-8 days, with an average of 4-6 days. Generally, there are no special symptoms during menstruation, but due to pelvic congestion and the effects of prostaglandins, some women may experience discomfort in the lower abdomen and lumbosacral area or uterine contraction pain, and may also experience symptoms of gastrointestinal dysfunction such as diarrhea.

Many women experience symptoms of irregular menstrual cycles, so what should be done about irregular menstrual cycles? For irregular menstrual cycles, women should start by regulating their mental emotions. In addition, they should pay attention to daily hygiene, develop good living habits, avoid eating raw, cold and other irritating foods, and if any disease occurs, go to the hospital for treatment in time.

How to deal with irregular menstrual cycles

1. Mentally: If a woman is depressed, anxious, sad, etc., it will affect her normal menstrual cycle, so she should keep a happy spirit and avoid mental stimulation and mood swings. Some women 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. Learn to control your emotions.

2. Hygiene: Women should pay attention to hygiene during menstruation to prevent infection, and also pay attention to the hygiene and cleanliness of the external genitalia. It should be noted that sexual intercourse is absolutely not allowed during menstruation. Underwear should be soft, made of cotton, with good ventilation and breathability. It should be washed and changed frequently, and the changed underwear should be dried in the sun.

3. In daily life: pay attention to keeping warm, avoid cold stimulation, and also pay attention to avoid overwork. If you have heavy menstrual bleeding, avoid eating brown sugar.

4. Diet: Do not eat too much raw, cold, sour, spicy and other irritating foods. Drink more boiled water to keep your bowel movements smooth. Women with hot blood should eat more fresh fruits and vegetables before menstruation, and avoid eating things that stimulate fire, such as onions, garlic, leeks, and ginger. If you suffer from qi and blood deficiency, you must increase your nutrition, such as milk, eggs, soy milk, pork liver, spinach, pork, chicken, mutton, etc., and avoid eating raw and cold fruits and vegetables.

5. Disease treatment and prevention: If a woman finds that her menstruation is irregular, this may be caused by a disease. Discover abnormal symptoms in time, go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible and receive treatment as needed.