Patient's question:
My menstrual cycle always comes on the 2nd of every month, but the period duration is quite long, taking about 8-9 days from start to finish. Is this normal? If not, what could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on your situation, your menstrual cycle seems a bit long. Paying attention to menstrual health care during your period should not be a major issue.Precautions:
1. Maintain a positive mood and avoid mental stress or emotional fluctuations. Some individuals may experience lower abdominal bloating, back pain, breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, fatigue, drowsiness, emotional instability, irritability, or tendency to depression during their period, which are all normal and should not cause excessive concern.
2. Pay attention to hygiene to prevent infection. Keep the external genital area clean. Sexual intercourse is absolutely forbidden during your period. Ensure warmth and avoid cold exposure. Avoid overexertion. Those with heavy menstrual flow should avoid consuming brown sugar.
3. Underwear should be soft, made of cotton, and have good ventilation. Wash and change underwear frequently, and dry the washed underwear in the sun.
4. Avoid cold, sour, spicy, or other irritating foods. Drink plenty of warm water to maintain regular bowel movements. Individuals with blood heat should consume more fresh fruits and vegetables before their period and avoid foods that stimulate the body (such as scallions, garlic, chives, and ginger). Those with poor blood and qi should increase their nutrition regularly, such as milk, eggs, soy milk, pork liver, spinach, pork, chicken, and mutton, while avoiding cold fruits and vegetables.