1. Menstrual Cycle:
Every woman's menstrual cycle is different, ranging from 21 to 35 days, which is considered normal. The key is whether it is regular. Regular sexual activity (e.g., once a week) can help regulate hormones and greatly contribute to the regularity of menstruation.
2. Blood Loss:
Women should lose no more than 85 grams of blood during their menstrual period, which lasts for 3 to 7 days. The heaviest bleeding usually occurs within the first 3 days (accounting for 90% of the total blood loss).
3. Blood Clots:
What are the blood clots discharged during menstruation? According to doctors, if the menstrual blood is blocked in one area and not discharged in time, it will form blood clots after accumulating for 5 to 10 minutes. Blood clots usually occur in the morning or after prolonged sitting.
4. Absence of Menstruation:
First, the possibility of pregnancy should be ruled out if menstruation does not occur. If not pregnant, you should review your lifestyle: travel, stress, intense exercise, excessive weight loss, and climate changes can all affect the menstrual cycle. Imbalances in hormones and thyroid can also lead to prolonged menstrual cycles. In addition, having polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or long-term use of progesterone-based oral contraceptives can also lengthen the menstrual cycle.
It is recommended that every woman keeps a "health calendar" and makes simple notes on it every day. For example, abnormal bleeding on a certain day, abdominal pain on another day, and other subtle symptoms can provide clues to the doctor for future examinations.
