Can girls exercise during menstruation? It should be treated differently based on each individual's specific situation.
Generally speaking, if the body is healthy, the menstrual cycle is normal, and there are no special reactions, participating in some sports activities during menstruation, such as doing exercises, playing badminton, or table tennis, can promote faster blood circulation and improve blood circulation in the pelvic area. In addition, the contraction and relaxation of abdominal muscles and pelvic floor muscles provide a gentle massage effect on the uterus, which helps with the discharge of menstrual blood.
Appropriate physical activity can also regulate the excitatory and inhibitory processes of the cerebral cortex, alleviating the overall discomfort. All of these are beneficial to the body. However, during menstruation, the intensity of exercise should be reduced, and vigorous activities such as basketball, sprinting, and high jump should be avoided to prevent excessive menstrual flow or changes in the position of the uterus.
Furthermore, it is not advisable to participate in swimming during menstruation, as the cervix is open and the endometrium is bleeding, making it easier for bacteria in the water to enter the reproductive organs and cause endometritis.
Some girls may experience a hoarse and low voice with changes in tone during menstruation. Why is this?
The changes in the menstrual cycle are directly controlled by the secretion of hormones from the female sex glands, which are closely related to the vocal organs. Due to the changes in sex gland (ovary) hormone secretion during menstruation, there may be increased secretion or congestion and edema of the vocal cords, leading to varying degrees of changes in the female voice during menstruation.
These changes can include a dull or dry voice, hoarseness, or even a cracking sound. Changes in pitch are often manifested as a shift of 1-2 degrees. Difficulty in phonation, lower volume, and voice disorders may also occur. Some occur during the menstrual period, while others occur about a week before the menstrual period. However, if you can take care of your voice during menstruation, these changes can be greatly reduced.
So, how can the voice be protected during menstruation?
Firstly, it is important not to strain the voice. Singing should not be done without control, and speaking loudly for a long time should be avoided. It is important to avoid forcing the voice because during menstruation, not only the pelvic congestion and shedding of the endometrium occur, but also the vocal cords, nasopharynx, and tracheal mucosa and capillaries become congested. This affects the exchange of oxygen in the blood. At the same time, the mucosa on the surface of the vocal cords is not strong. As a result, the vocal cord muscles and the mucosa on the surface of the vocal cords are suddenly impacted, causing increased congestion and bleeding of the vocal cords.
Secondly, it is important to prevent upper respiratory tract infections. Due to the influence of estrogen, the body's resistance is weakened during menstruation, making it easier for pathogens to enter and cause upper respiratory tract infections. Inflammation can also affect the throat under certain conditions. If pharyngitis and inflammation below the vocal cords persist for a long time, the voice may become hoarse, dull, or husky, or vocal cord bleeding may occur due to paroxysmal coughing.
