Patient's question:
Doctor, hello: I am 25 years old this year, and I got married at the beginning of the year. I have never taken birth control pills. However, since getting married, my menstrual cycle has been extended every month, averaging 40-45 days each time. Could you please tell me what might be the cause of this? Before I got married, everything was normal, but after getting married, I have gained a lot of weight. Is this also one of the reasons?Doctor's answer:
Hello: You can improve your symptoms through the following methods:1. Maintain a positive mental state and avoid mental stress and 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 menstrual period. These are all normal and there is no need to be overly anxious.
2. Pay attention to hygiene to prevent infections. Keep the external genital area clean. Sexual intercourse is absolutely forbidden during menstruation. Pay attention to keeping warm 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 ensure that the washed underwear is dried in the sun.
4. Avoid cold, sour, spicy, and other stimulating foods. Drink plenty of warm water to maintain regular bowel movements. Those with blood heat should consume more fresh fruits and vegetables before their period and avoid stimulating foods like garlic, onions, leeks, 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 lamb, while avoiding cold fruits and vegetables.