Why is the first day of menstrual blood dark?

Women's menstruation is a normal physiological phenomenon, usually with a cycle of one month. If the amount and color of women's menstruation are abnormal, it means that there is a problem with women's physical health. Under normal circumstances, dark color of menstruation indicates qi stagnation and blood stasis, which is caused by menstrual blood accumulating in the uterus for too long. It is usually irregular menstruation. If the black color is more serious, it is best to go to the hospital for examination.

Dark menstrual blood is caused by qi stagnation and blood stasis, which occurs when menstrual blood accumulates in the uterus for a long time. Dysmenorrhea is related to this and is a type of menstrual disorder. Menstrual blood is dark, thick, and small in amount, usually heavier on the first two days. It may be caused by low hormone levels in the body, intrauterine uterine diseases, threatened amenorrhea, etc. Therefore, once the phenomenon of dark menstrual blood appears, you should go to a regular professional gynecological hospital for further examination in time to clarify your physical condition and receive symptomatic treatment after a clear diagnosis based on the examination results.

Many women who encounter this situation endure for a long time before coming to the hospital for treatment, and finally find out that they are suffering from diseases such as uterine fibroids or ovarian cancer. It can be seen that this situation should be taken seriously. The specific causes and treatments are different for each person's physique and specific situation.

After understanding why the first day of menstruation turns black, women who experience such conditions during menstruation should seek timely treatment. There are many ways to treat abnormal menstruation in women, but the specific method should be chosen based on the physical condition of the woman, so that the disease can be improved without harming the woman's body.

1. Diet adjustment. At this time, you can drink high-protein, low-fat foods and take in more vitamins C and E. This can promote smooth blood circulation in the pelvis, reduce pain caused by congestion, and supplement with rich calcium and magnesium to relax the muscles. In addition, you should avoid certain foods a few days before your period. During the first 3 days of menstruation until the end of the 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. Carve cabbage, bitter gourd and white radish and then heat them before eating.

2. Adjust according to your physical condition. If your menstrual blood is dark red with blood clots, then you have a constitution of "blood stasis and qi stagnation", and you can use ingredients such as Chuanxiong, Salvia miltiorrhiza, and Safflower; if your menstrual blood is less in color and lighter in color, then you have a constitution of "blood deficiency and weak body", and you should use Angelica sinensis, Astragalus membranaceus, Rehmannia glutinosa, longan, ginseng, etc. to nourish your body; if you have a "deficient and cold" constitution with cold hands and feet, then you can use cinnamon twig, fennel, and mugwort to warm your body.

3. Use Chinese medicine for conditioning. If there are blood clots during menstruation, Chinese medicine can generally be used for treatment according to the actual situation. The methods of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, regulating qi and unblocking collaterals have better results. For example, red peony root, safflower, mint, peach kernel, kuncao, and zelan have good effects on improving symptoms and signs. However, this should be taken under the guidance of a doctor. In addition, those who have clogged periods should pay attention to menstrual protection, keep warm, and maintain a happy mood.

5. Pay attention to the combination of work and rest. During menstruation, you should pay attention to arranging your work and rest time reasonably, avoid strenuous exercise and physical labor, and combine work and rest. Otherwise, the pelvic cavity will become further congested, blood flow will accelerate, and excessive menstrual bleeding and other adverse phenomena will occur.