Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? How many days is it normal for the period to last?Doctor's answer:
The menstrual cycle refers to the number of days between the first day of two consecutive menstrual periods, typically ranging from 28 to 30 days. A deviation of up to 7 days before or after this range is considered normal. The duration of menstruation is generally between 3 to 7 days. The average volume of menstrual flow is approximately 30 to 80 milliliters.The reason for dryness and discomfort during sexual intercourse is often insufficient sexual arousal before intimacy. This may result from the female's sexual excitement not being sufficiently stimulated, the lack of vasodilation and adequate congestion in the female reproductive organs, insufficient arousal of the Bartholin's glands, and consequently, the inability to secrete enough lubricating fluid for the vagina. In such cases, sexual intercourse may lead to a feeling of dryness and discomfort.
Secondly, negative psychological factors can also cause dryness and discomfort. For example, a lack of mental preparation for sexual activity, fear and anxiety about pain during intercourse, dissatisfaction with one's partner, or incorrect perceptions of sex can all lead to reduced vaginal secretions, resulting in vaginal dryness.