Patient's question:
After giving birth, my menstrual flow hasn't been as heavy as when I was younger. Usually, it cleans up within 3-5 days. Last month, I took a few birth control pills, and then my period came earlier, still about 4-5 days in duration. But in the past two months, it has been cleaning up in just 3 days, and the amount is noticeably less. Previously, I had a lighter menstrual flow and had blood tests at the hospital, which were all normal—just slightly above the normal range for male hormones, but the uterus, ovaries, and other parts were fine.Hello, do you have any suggestions for Chinese or Western medicine to regulate this?
Doctor's answer:
If the menstrual flow is not very light, you can regulate it through diet. A normal menstrual flow volume is typically between 20 to 60 milliliters each time. The amount of menstrual flow is related to the endometrium. It is advisable to avoid spicy, extremely cold, and irritating foods, relax your mood, reduce stress, and eliminate fatigue completely. Herbal medicine can be taken to address uterine cold and gynecological diseases, which can severely affect women's health. Patients should pay attention to treatment during their lives and avoid sexual activity during the healing period. Additionally, personal hygiene should be maintained.