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Menstruation
Menstruation is the routine discharge, or release, of blood and mucosal tissue from the uterus. This process occurs about once a month from the time a female reaches puberty until menopause. During pregnancy, the monthly menstrual cycle is absent while the womb nourishes the growing fetus.
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How many days are in a normal menstrual cycle?
28, I'm told, though in practice it seems to vary. 25-30 is probably a good bet.
The average menstrual cycle length is 28 days - but there can be a lot of variation from one woman to the next, thus they can be shorter or longer.
Do you gain weight on during menstruation?
Yes, usually. Most women gain about 2-5 pounds before and during menstruation, on average.
Ovulation occurs for the first time at different ages, some girls ovulate very young as early as 8 years old others do not ovulate until their teens.
Can you go swimming when on your period?
I believe that I have been told that going in the pool won't make blood come out but when you get out u will probably have blood dripping
Why does my belly button hurt so much?
It has to do with all of the stretching from the growing uterus.
Can you get pregnant if you had unprotected sex 2 days after your period?
It is possible but less likely. This is within the period of time during the egg cycle used by those employing the "rhythm method" to avoid conception; popular with Catholics for whom other means of contraception are forbidden. During menstruation (and a couple of days thereafter) is the least likely period to fertilize the egg as one is not usually present in the womb at this time.
It is not impossible to become pregnant during this time, just less likely as the unfertilised egg will not be in a prime position for fertilisation.
If my period has lasted 2 weeks an a half does that mean something is wrong?
you might want to ask your phyicisian if your mother doesn't know
Cramping one week before period and spotting that lasted for a few hours?
That may be Premenstrual Syndrome , the symptoms that begin a week before menstruation like natures reminder that you will be starting you menstruation soon.
What does period blood look like?
Period blood can be light in color in the first couple days of your period, but it can also be very dark in color on heavier days.
How do you tell your dad you started your period?
Just tell him you need tampons or something. He was with your mom so he knows about those things. If it wasn't for that he wouldn't have you. So don't be nervous, it's not something to be embarrassed about.
Bright red and clotty period what could this mean why so bright and clotty?
If menstrual bleeding and clotting is different from normal for several months it may be a good idea to bring this to the attention of your doctor. This is normal in small amounts but an ongoing situation may need further treatment.
It's normal to have some vaginal discharge, as the vagina stays moist as part of its self-cleansing mechanism. The normal moist discharge clears dead cells and bacteria from the vagina. It comes mainly from glands in the cervix (the neck of the womb), and is slightly acidic, which helps to keep infections at bay. The acidity results from lactic acid, formed by 'friendly' bacteria as they break down sugars. The amount of normal discharge varies from woman to woman, and with the menstrual cycle. Many women notice that during the week after a period there is hardly any discharge, and what there is has a thick consistency. Towards the middle of the cycle (about 2 weeks after the start of a period) the amount increases and it becomes thin, slippery and clear, like uncooked egg white. When this discharge is exposed to the air it becomes brownish-yellow, so it is normal to find a yellowish stain on your undies at the middle of the monthly cycle. There may also be a feeling of moistness and stickiness. Discharge also increases during pregnancy. And during sexual excitement, vaginal discharge becomes very profuse because two glands near the vaginal opening (the Bartholin's glands) secrete additional slippery mucus, which acts as a lubricant for intercourse. http://www.embarrassingproblems.co.uk/vaginalprobs1.htm
How do you know when your about to start your period?
you may get stomach pains and get very tired and get white stuff in your nickers. just keep an eye out and go to the doctors.
Can menstruation occur through the palms?
Menstruation cannot occur through any body part other than the vagina. Bleeding palms is for a different reason. A physician may be able to provide better insight.
Does your body release an egg before or after your period?
For most women, between each period is a time spam of 28 days roughly. Yours could be shorter or longer.
14 days before your expected period you ovulate (release and egg)
This is known to be the best time for trying for a baby because the egg is ready to be fertilized.
If the egg isn't fertilized you will have your period 14 days later.
So the answer to your question is before.
Do you start your 28 day count from the first day of a period?
You start counting on the first day of your period.
Can you get preganat when your on your period?
It is unlikely but possible to get pregnant while on your period. Sperm can live in the female reproductive tract for up to 5 days, so if you have a short menstrual cycle and ovulate early, conception could occur from intercourse towards the end of your period. It is always best to use protection to prevent unintended pregnancies.
What does Sore cervix with greenish discharge mean?
Any type of greenish discharge means that there is an infection present, which could be the reason for the sore cervix. If someone has greenish discharge it could also be a yellowish green, greenish white, or a slight variation of tint, but any type of greenish discharge is an alert of infection. Call your local OBGYN and schedule a pap smear. All they will do is take a look at your cervix and swab it with something like looks just like a Q-Tip. The procedure doesn't take any longer than 10 minutes and your on your way home. You'll have to wait a week or so for your results but if they notice a definite infection, they will prescribe antibiotics right there, and most likely they will prescribe something on the spot if they can see the discharge. They only cost 4 dollars if you go to the Walmart Pharmacy.
What causes menstrual bleeding for over two weeks?
my daughter has been on her normal period and then 2 weeks later again and it has been over 2 weeks that she has been bleeding. what could this possibly be? is it something to worry about?
