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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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What are the unsafe days after ones monthly period?
If by "not safe" do you mean most vulnerable to get pregnant, then that would during the ovulatory phase of your menstrual cycle. But any day of your menstrual cycle or any other day is "not safe" if you don't use proper protection.
Does birth control cause a foggy head feeling?
Depending on the type of migraine and associated symptoms, you may not be able to use hormonal birth control methods that contain estrogen. That still leaves plenty of choices. Talk with your health care provider for advice specific to your situation.
Is it healthy to go swimming while you are on your period?
Yes, you can do anything you like during your period. The only condition when it comes to swimming is that you need to use internal menstrual products so that the blood doesn't come out in the pool for everyone to see and have to swim through! Pads as a big no-no as disposable pads will come unstuck and fall apart, even with cloth pads they would become saturated with water so unable to absorb blood and the blood would bypass the pads while you're in the water anyway.
You can use any of the following to swim on your period:
- Tampons
- Soft tampons
- Menstrual sponges
- Menstrual cups
- Diaphragms
- Softcups
Menstrual cups are the best option as unlike tampons or sponges they can be worn before your period or with light flow, they don't increase cramps, don't absorb water, don't have anything showing outside the body, can be worn for up to 12 hours, and as they both hold more flow than other options and have light suction it means they don't leak like other options.
What does it mean when you have brown and red period?
You could just be shedding older blood. If you are actually bleeding then you might have been pregnant, if it just a brown discharge, it's most likely old blood that hadn't shed before. It can also be some cells from the lining of the uterus. or if you've had sex your cervix may have been lacerated (or other parts of your vagina for that matter). If it only happens one month, i wouldn't be concerned. But if it continues definitely see your gyn asap. You could just be shedding older blood. If you are actually bleeding then you might have been pregnant, if it just a brown discharge, it's most likely old blood that hadn't shed before. It can also be some cells from the lining of the uterus. or if you've had sex your cervix may have been lacerated (or other parts of your vagina for that matter). If it only happens one month, i wouldn't be concerned. But if it continues definitely see your gyn asap.
Can birth control shorten the length of your period?
Yes. It depends what pills you re on. Many cause your menus to become lighter. ( some time a 1, 2 or 3 day period)
Doctors have discovered there is no medical need for a period.
Many doctors will now prescribe 3 months worth of pills to be taken straight with a one week break after 3 months (This results in 4 periods a year)
IUD's are another form of birth control that can virtually eliminate periods all together. and they are MUCH safer than they were 30 yrs ago.
hopes this helps to answer your question
What gland is responsible for initiating menstrual cycle?
Oestrogen & Progesterone are produced by the Ovaries. Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) & Lutenizing Hormone (LH) are produced by the pituitary gland at the base of the brain. FSH and LH control and stimulate the unripe eggs inthe ovaries to ripen and be released. Oestrogen & progesterone stimulate the formation of the endometrium lining in the womb, and by reducing in levels ultimatly casue the breakdown of the lining, and the ensuing period know as menstruation in human females
Do you start clomiphene before or after your period?
Doctor should of given you specific directions. You take Clomid usually starting on the 5th cycle day (Cycle day 1 is the first day of your period) So depending on your cycle you may or may not be on your period at this time.
Can prescription meds cause delayed period?
Yes it can. It can be because of stress or if you work out more or have changed your diet. And sometimes it's just a bit late. A few days you don have to worry about. Weeks are a bit more worrying though. If you know you've had unprotected sex go take a test. The worrying itself can make it stay away.
Does stopping the birth control pill cause bleeding?
Yes irregular bleeding or spotting, especially if you stopped mid cycle is a common side effect of stopping BCP.
In my experience yes because your body is use to the pill and when it is taken away then your body thinks that it is that time again. Also wen you are supose to hae your pirod and you take the pills they are just a reminder pill so that you wont forget so it is not really medicated. Your body will think that you are not taking the medicine so it must be time to hav eyou cycle.
Is it normal to have a very very light period for your first period?
I wouldn't be too concerned, it is possible implantation bleeding. If you know for sure that you are pregnant, it is probably not going to be your period, although some women have experienced a "first" period then learns a couple of weeks later that they really are pregnant. It is possible that it could be implantation bleeding caused by the fertilized egg to attach itself to the uterine wall. Or it could be a cervical change that can cause vaginal bleeding. Vaginal bleeding can also be a symptom of ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. Another cause for bleeding during pregnancy is a miscarriage although the first two reasons for bleeding are more common, it is still a good idea to contact your doctor if you are too concerned.
Both men and women have monthly periods of hormonal surge that make them more 'moody' or subject to sudden moods. However, women hormonal surges are stronger and therefore reflect deeper on their behavior.
At other times of the month, women have the tendency, in general, to be more emotional than men in feelings related with relationship and intimacy while men have the tendency, in general, to be more emotional than women in feelings related with self-consideration, competitive tasks and aggression.
These are however tendencies and generalizations only, many men and women are very well centered and show well balanced behavior constantly.
Can you start taking your birth control pill before your period starts 6 weeks after giving birth?
Yes, be sure to take the one that is best for you. If you are nursing, then your doctor will prescribe a specific birth control designed for nursing moms. Nursing moms often don't have a period until they are done nursing. Be sure you know the risks of birth control before taking it, read the fine print where it talks about possible side effects and long term effects. Some people prefer the natural birth control method (condoms) because of the problems with hormones. If you can possibly avoid B.C., try. Messing with hormones is never a good thing.
What is the color of a normal blood?
Blood can only be red! Bright red blood is usually of arterial origin and is oxygenated. Dark red blood is usually venous. They are both healthy. Be more specific. One thing for sure: there are no "blue blood people"
Is there any way you can delay your period except the contraceptive pill?
If you are on the pill, you can skip it.
DepoIf you take the shop depo provera (not sure on spelling) you will not have a period while on that form of birth control. You would have to take a shot 4 times a year.There is also a drug called Norethisterone (not contraceptive) that you take three times a day starting a few days before you are due on - it stops you from coming on completely until you stop taking the tablets. You'll need a prescription from your doctor.
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there is another one I'll seen on TV didnt lisson to it really since im a guy but its a pill that gives u 3 or 4 periods a year its prescriton i beleave
What happens if you to not start your period?
Well it could be your not ready yet your body didn't produce hormones so if your 10 it's ok not to you should develop around age 14 or 15. If you had sex this could mean pregnet so go take a pregnecy test which you can get them at any pharmecy.
How can you make your period come early when you're on the pill?
You cannot if you have already started the pack before it.
If you think a few months ahead you can bring each pack forward a day or two e.g start your active pills On Sunday one time, then the next month start on a Saturday etc.
If you don't have time for this go straight from the active pills in one pack on to the next (missing the sugar pills if you have them) and miss your period altogether, it won't hurt you.
Is it normal to skip the first period after using the patch?
It may not be normal but it isn't uncommon. The same thing happened to me and I was not pregnant. My doctor told me sometimes this happens the first month as your body is adjusting to the patch or pill. If you are really worried, take a pregnancy test, even if just to make you feel at ease as stress can also delay or prevent a period.
AnswerDon't worry you're not the only one out there who skipped a day or so after the patch, but if it will comfort you then a pregnency test could ease the stress.-----
After my first three weeks, I was 9 days late on my period. But it finally came. It was my first time using the patch. It's only your body changing and still adapting. I say it is normal to be late. And I read somewhere that it's also normal to miss it altogether.
Hi, Your periods will start between the ages of 9 and 16. You can usually expect to start your period roughly around the same time as your Mum did. If you are experiencing white vaginal discharge this is a sign that your body is preparing for a period, but the discharge usually occurs for several months to a year before your period will arrive. If you are 15 or 16 and your period hasn't arrive, then see your Doctor otherwise don't worry. :-)
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Can you flush Tampons in the toilet?
No. NO! Unless you like clearing stoppages (or calling and paying the plumber to do so), DO NOT put tampons in the toilet. Even if it says on the box that they're flushable. LIES! DON'T DO IT! EVER! i flush the tampon itself, but not the applcators..nothing has ever gotten clogged or stuck. but if you flush the applicators, it most likely will, even if it is cardboard.
Even if a tampon says it is flush able it is bad for the environment. Tampons take years to decompose and cause lots of plumbing problems. Plumbers of America want you to flush them as it is good for their business. just wrap them up in paper and throw them in the trash.
Don't even get me started about condoms. These will never decompose and are bad for the environment. The best way it to empty the contents into the sink and throw away the rubber in the trash can. kylekeith knows all
What shows up on a regular blood test?
Many different health conditions can show up in routine blood tests. Blood tests can also reveal drug and alcohol usage.
Can you use tampons right after Mirena insertion?
It's not recommended.
The first cycle after getting the Mirena inserted is the most likely time for the Mirena to be expelled, althouth long-term research has found options like tampons and menstrual cups don't cause expulsion, internal menstrual products mau increase risk of expulsion the first month. It's best to use pads, especially as your flow may be effected by the coil so with a different flow pattern you may risk using too high an absorbency tampon for your flow.
Can cocaine use cause you to miss your period?
Not unless you are doing so much cocaine, for such a prolonged period of time, that you become malnourished. Cocaine is a powerful appetite suppressant. It is impossible to eat while you're on cocaine; the most delicious food in the world tastes like cardboard. So, if you do cocaine all day long, every day, you're going to start losing a lot of weight. And if you lose too much weight, your period stops.
Will you get your period if you are on progesterone shots?
Some women have regular bleeding on the progestin-only pill, and some do not. Women on the mini-pill or progestin-only pill take an active pill every day; there is no pill-free interval. The medication's chief side effect and main reason for discontinuation is irregular spotting or lack of withdrawal bleeding (i.e. bleeding like a period). Neither the spotting nor the lack of withdrawal bleeding are a sign of pregnancy, unless you've missed or been late with pills, or unless you've had regular bleeding for a few months followed by a missing period.
