Is it better to have a long or short menstrual cycle?

Generally speaking, a woman's menstrual period often lasts three or four days. The first day is quite painful, but by the last day, there is almost no feeling and life can return to normal. After the menstrual period, you will face the interval between the next menstrual period. For some women, the interval between two menstrual periods may be 20 to 40 days. So there is a question: is it better to have a long menstrual cycle or a short menstrual cycle?

Long menstrual cycles

Normal menstruation is a manifestation of normal development and sound function of female internal reproductive organs. The periodic vaginal bleeding that occurs in women is called menstruation. Whether a woman's menstruation is normal can generally be judged from the following aspects.

What should normal menstruation be like?

1. Menstrual period: The period of vaginal bleeding is called the menstrual period. Most people's menstrual period lasts 3-5 days, but as little as 1-2 days and as much as 7-8 days is also within the normal range.

2. Menstrual cycle: From the first day of menstruation to the first day of the next menstruation is called a menstrual cycle. For the vast majority of people, the menstrual cycle is between 28-35 days, but for a few, it can be as short as 20 days or as long as 45 days. Within the above range, as long as the menstruation is regular, it is normal.

3. Characteristics of menstrual blood: Menstrual blood is characterized by non-coagulation and dark red color. In addition to blood, menstrual blood also contains fragments of endometrial lining, cervical mucus and vaginal epithelial cells.

4. Menstrual blood volume: The menstrual blood volume during normal menstruation is 20-120 ml, most of which is 50 ml. It is highest on the second or third day of menstruation and gradually decreases afterwards. Normal menstruation is a manifestation of normal development and sound function of female internal reproductive organs.

5. Symptoms during menstruation: Most women have no obvious symptoms during menstruation, but a few may experience breast swelling, headache, insomnia, palpitations, lower abdominal pain, and emotional instability.