Why does my period come a week early?

If the menstrual period is relatively regular, it proves that the woman is healthy, and the menstrual period will come on schedule at a fixed time every month. If the menstrual period is suddenly advanced or delayed, women will inevitably worry about their physical condition, worrying that they are sick or that there is something wrong with their uterus. So what is the reason for the menstrual period to come a week earlier?

Under normal circumstances, a woman's menstrual cycle should be 28 days, but only a few women have their periods on time. Most women's periods are somewhat advanced or delayed. As long as the time difference does not exceed one week, it is normal. Therefore, it is normal for menstruation to come one week earlier, and women do not need to worry about it. At this time, women need to relax their mentality and not be suspicious by nature, otherwise it will affect the menstrual flow.

But if a woman's menstrual period comes more than a week earlier, it is a symptom of irregular menstruation. However, there are many complex reasons that can cause irregular menstruation, such as deficiency of Qi and blood in women themselves, or gynecological diseases such as uterine ectopic disease, inflammation, cysts, ovarian cysts, pelvic inflammatory disease, etc., which can affect the normal menstrual cycle.

There are also some women whose menstrual weeks are early due to their own mentality. If women are under great pressure in their daily life, often work overtime and stay up late, or are abnormally depressed, it will affect their endocrine system and indirectly affect their menstrual regularity.

How to take care of yourself before your menstrual period?

1. Go to the hospital for a physical examination

The menstrual cycle is mainly caused by the body's estrogen and progesterone, and their regular metabolism. Therefore, early menstruation is directly related to the disorder of the body's hormone metabolism levels. Before carrying out nursing or treatment, a more detailed test of the body's hormone levels must be done. A 6-item estrogen test can be done to make a definite diagnosis. According to the test results, if it is due to the disorder of hormone metabolism that leads to spleen and kidney deficiency, which leads to early menstruation, scanty menstruation, and low back pain, you need to take No. 1 medicine that can replenish qi and blood, strengthen the spleen, stomach and digestion for treatment.

2. Eat a healthy diet

Pay attention to nutritional balance in diet and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink more boiled water to maintain smooth bowel movements. It is forbidden to eat foods that increase heat during work involving fire, such as chili peppers, garlic, amaranth, lettuce, cinnamon powder, freshly ground coffee, pepper, beef, mutton, venison, and alcohol. Eat less foods that have the effect of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, such as great white shark, crab, hawthorn berry, peach, and old brown sugar. If you have heavy menstrual flow, you should avoid eating brown sugar.

3. Pay attention to hygiene and prevent infection

Pay attention to the hygiene and cleanliness of the reproductive organs. Couples are definitely not allowed to have sex during the menstrual period. Keep warm and avoid severe cold stimulation. It is not suitable to participate in heavy labor and strenuous activities before and during menstruation. Underwear should be soft, pure cotton, with good ventilation and air permeability. It should be washed and changed frequently, and the frequently changed underwear should be placed in the sun to dry.

4. Pay attention to maintaining a happy mood and avoid mental fluctuations

Maintaining a happy mood is very helpful for regular menstruation, avoiding mental stimulation and mood swings. Some people experience lower abdominal distension, back pain, breast pain, mild diarrhea, fatigue, sleepiness, irritability, anger or depression during menstruation, which are all normal and there is no need to worry too much. Mental irritability hinders the regulation of menstruation. Maintain a cheerful and open-minded mental state and adjust your attitude.