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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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Why do periods sometimes come late?
One of the first signs of pregnancy is a late period. If you're sexually active and have a late period, then it is worthwhile to take a pregnancy test. If you are pregnant, Happy Mothers Day! Otherwise consider the following: If you have a late period and a negative pregnancy test, then consider whether or not you've recently been sick, gained or lost a significant amount of weight, have been under excessive stress or have taken any new medications. All of these things can affect your menstrual cycle and cause you to have irregular periods.
Should you have surgery while on your period?
That was the question I had before my laproscopic hysterectomy a few day ago.
My doctor told me yes you can still have laproscopic suregery. If you do happen to be on your menstrual cycle be sure to wear a pad NOT a tampon during your surgery.
How do you stop menstruation cramps?
The way I do it is by using the cuddly toys that you can put in the microwave that when applied help take away the pain.
But it's different for everyone. So people:
-Do physical activity, such as aerobics, as it eases the pain
-Curl up in what's known as the foetal position.
-Microwavable teddy
-Paracetamol
Just try a few of these and see what is right for you - bear in mind some people can't stop the pain, and just take paracetamol
What helps stop period cramps naturally?
There are many ways to help stop cramps naturally, a few suggestions...
Diet - diet is the most important factor in dealing with many menstrual problems, a healthy balanced diet can improve issues like cramps. You especially want to make sure you're getting enough essential fatty acids, avoid refined sugars and heavy starches - introducing more fibre such as flax-seed can help a lot too.
Suppliments - take a good multi-vitamin to make sure your body is getting everything it needs, also increase your intake of vitamins C, B6 and E. Also remember your body needs additional magnesium, calcium, iron and potassium during menstruation. Cell salts can also act like natural painkillers, take several times per day during menstruation.
Herbal - taking herbal treatments like chaste tree or evening primrose oil daily will help to regulate hormones so help prevent cramps, but during menstruation also try herbal teas such as raspberry leaf, chamomile, valerian, and wild strawberry.
Activity - light exercise can ease menstrual cramps, yoga is especially good not just as gentle exercise but also as it stretches your abdomen and helps improve your breathing. Masturbation or sex can help to ease cramps, plus is more enjoyable.
Alternatives - alternatives like chiropractic care or acupressure can help a lot, if not going to a professional consider learning key acupressure points you can stimulate yourself when out of the home to help ease your cramps on the move.
Sanpro - tampons are a major contributing factor to cramps as they tug on vaginal walls and can expand into the cervix, many also believe chemicals in commercial tampons increase cramps. Switch to menstrual cups that can dramatically reduce cramps.
Attitude - if you regard your period as something to dread then you're not going to be very happy during menstruation itself, you're also more likely to tense-up and fight against the process. Change in attitude can have a huge difference on menstruation.
With my first son, I had a period for the first few months, so you can be pregnant with a period. So the answer is any amount of time you could be. Also sometimes the HPT don't show a positive when it is.
Is it normal for a period to last longer than usual?
Yes. Sometimes this happens. Don't worry. If your period last's more then 14 days, contact a doctor. yes my wife had that same problem some times, if it doesnt stop at all see a doctor, my mom did and they said it was an age thing, she was gonna go through menopause, but if its just a minor thing yeah it happens because of stress and things like that...
My friend hasn't had her period in 5 months?
This is not good, if she is not pregnant. Missing every now and then or a month here and there is not too bad, especially within the first years of getting your period. If she hasn't had her period in 5+ months, that could be a sign that something mroe serious is going it. It could be something as simple as her weight being too low to support hormones and menstruation. It could be a sign / symptom of a more serious problem, so she should talk with her doctor about it.
What sheds during a woman's menstrual cycle?
the endometrium which is the lining of the uterus is shed during menstruation.
Is it normal for a 69 year old woman to get her period?
Yes, It is normal because having period is an important thing for womens.
How do you remove an impacted tampon?
You have to first clean your hands thoroughly. Then it is easiest if you squat while inserting your forefinger into your vagina. Feel around for the tampon and when it is located, insert your thumb to retrieve. Be patient it may take a few minutes. If you can not retrieve or feel it, go to your doctor and they can easily do it with a speculum.
Can your period last for 7 days?
Yes you can. you can have your period for up to 3 months before finding out you are pregnant. at times your period can be irregular if so go to the doctor
Do you get brown dischage before your period comes?
Brown discharge is a sign that you have your period. Some people may also call it "black" or "deep burgundy." The reason why it's so dark is because it's old blood that your body is getting rid of during menstruation, so it's very common and almost everyone gets it. It will also become this color when your menstruation cycle ends as well.
Is it normal to have to pee a lot while on your period?
Yes, it's normal. When the uterus enlarges it can put pressure on the bladder, making you feel like you need to pee more. Some women also have water retention and bloating before their periods starts, meaning they will pee a greater amount whilst menstruating.
Do you were a pad in the water when you have a period?
You can not wear a pad while swimming mostly because you'll leak. The blood will drip into the water, which is humiliating, first of all, for women. Also, because the pad is surrounded and drowned in water, it could fall off. I'd just use a tampon while going swimming. It'll stop you from leaking, it'll just absorb the blood and you'll be fine. Good Luck
What are the worst things to do while on your period?
well, the worst thing is changing the pad.
But! the worst thing to to is go swimming without a tampon in
its very embarrassing if someone sees you with a pad in swimming!
pads are adsorbent but not that adsorbent!
Take my advice as a lifesaving device!
Do you take out the tampon applicator when you use a tampon?
You first put your thumb and middle finger on the applicator and insert the tampon. Make sure the tampon goes all the way in and only the string is hanging out. Then remove the applicator and throw it away.
Is it bad if your period is more than a week earlier?
The 'normal' menstrual cycle is 28 days. However - every woman is different. Some have regular shorter or longer periods - some have a variatiable time between. The best solution for an absolutely accurate answer - would be for you to talk to your doctor.
"one of the biggest health hazards with using tampons is toxic shock syndrome, or TSS. TSS is a rare, but life-threatening, bacterial infection that affects between one and seventeen menstruating women per 100,000. Studies have shown that using the super plus tampons, and leaving tampons in the vagina for long amounts of time, increase the risk of developing TSS. Symptoms include a sudden high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, fainting, dizziness, or a sunburnlike rash. To minimize the risk of TSS, wash your hands before inserting a tampon, change your tampon every four to six hours (especially on heavy flow days), and use the lowest absorbency tampon that is reasonable given the amount of your menstrual flow."
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Not everyone has symptoms but you need to take a test and make sure you are pregnant or not. The period can be delayed for many reasons like loosing or gaining weight quickly or stress. But 2 months sounds a bit long so you should go see your doctor to find out.
Can a woman have a period and still be pregnan?
It is normal for a woman to have a bit of spotting occur while pregnant. You can always ask a doctor to be sure everything is okay. Especially if it starts becoming heavy or happening frequently.
How come you cant go in the pool when your on your period?
Well you can. All you have to do is use a tampon instead of a pad. At my high school, it's mandatory that we do 10 consecutive days of swimming, which will take like a month. I've never used/bought tampons before. I'm a little scared they will hurt.
That's just the after math sometimes this happens , as a result of your insides cleaning itself no need to panick but if it continues for more that a full week over normal you might want to think about it seriously .
Is it safer to use condom when girl is on her period?
It depends what your goals are. If you are only concerned about pregnancy, then no, there is no way to get pregnant while menstruating. But if you are concerned about diseases and hygiene, then you should use a condom. Some guys joke about "earning their red wings," but being exposed to someone else's blood is generally not a good idea.
Can you lose your period if you are anorexic?
Yes, you can. If you don't eat enough, your body starts shutting down functions that it doesn't think are crucial to survival. The first to go is the reproductive system, which is why many anorexics cease to menustrate. Sadly, this change is sometimes irreversible.
Is it normal to have pink watery spotting the day your period is due?
This can be a indication of pregnancy. If your already pregnant, then mention the bleeding to your doctor.
