My period is three days late and I have a dull pain in my stomach

We say that a normal woman's menstrual cycle is extremely regular, but if it is occasionally advanced or delayed by about a week, it is also within the normal range and there is no need to worry too much. Many women have experienced their menstruation being delayed for three days and having dull stomach pain. In the view of traditional Chinese medicine, insufficient Qi and blood is one of the important reasons for delayed menstruation, while abdominal pain is caused by Qi stagnation, blood stasis and menstrual disorder, which can be adjusted through daily diet.

1. Condition Analysis and Guidance

1. Generally, a menstrual cycle that is one week earlier or later is considered normal. If menstruation is delayed and you have sexual intercourse, you should first rule out early pregnancy.

2. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the main reason for delayed menstruation is insufficient Qi and blood, and lower abdominal pain is mainly caused by Qi stagnation, blood stasis and menstrual disorder.

3. If you do not test positive for pregnancy, it is possible that the cause is endocrine disorders. Due to the influence of mood, cold or lack of rest, stress, changes in living habits and environment, diet, etc., endocrine disorders may occur, leading to delayed menstruation.

4. Western medicine believes that irregular menstruation may be caused by endocrine dysfunction, which may be related to cold or lack of rest. It is recommended to have an ultrasound examination.

2. What medicine should I take for irregular menstruation?

1. Jiawei Xiaoyao Pills: soothe the liver, clear away heat, strengthen the stomach and nourish the blood. Used for distension and pain in the ribs, fatigue, loss of appetite, and early menstruation. Be careful to avoid eating raw, cold and greasy food, and avoid getting angry or overworked.

2. Wu Ji Bai Feng Wan: It is used for irregular menstruation caused by deficiency of both Qi and blood, abdominal pain during menstruation, cold pain in the lower abdomen, sore waist and weak legs.

3. Huahong Tablets: Used for symptoms such as damp-heat invasion, thick yellow leucorrhea, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, etc.; and for adnexitis with the above symptoms.

4. Qizhi Xiangfu Pills: relieve depression, soothe qi, regulate menstruation and nourish blood. It is mainly used to treat delayed menstruation and menstrual disorders caused by qi stagnation and blood stasis.

3. What to eat if you have insufficient Qi and blood

1. Eat more foods that soothe the liver and regulate qi

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, to regulate women's negative emotions during the premenstrual period and menopause, it is often necessary to start with soothing the liver, strengthening the spleen and regulating Qi.

2. Eat more foods rich in calcium

Calcium has the effect of inhibiting the excitement of brain nerves. When there is not enough calcium in the brain, people will become emotionally unstable and easily agitated. Consuming foods rich in calcium can help people maintain a stable mood. Calcium can also strengthen teeth and bones and prevent osteoporosis. The main sources of calcium are milk, bone broth, various beans and bean products.

4. What to eat for irregular menstruation

1. Staple foods and beans can be wheat, millet, corn, purple glutinous rice, and soy products.

2. Meat, eggs and milk can include pork, pig skin, beef, fish, eggs, milk and dairy products.

3. Vegetables include rapeseed, Chinese cabbage, green garlic, cauliflower, bell pepper, tomato, carrot, shiitake mushroom, fresh mushroom, etc.

4. Fruits you can choose include apples, pears, bananas, bayberries, etc. However, you should be careful not to eat too much raw or cold fruits during menstruation.