Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Will I have diarrhea before my period?Doctor's answer:
Your condition is a type of symptom that occurs before and after menstruation, known as menstrual diarrhea. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is considered a manifestation of spleen and kidney yang deficiency. Western medicine believes that the cause of its formation is the secretion of a large amount of prostaglandins in the uterus before menstruation, which causes the uterus to contract and stop bleeding during menstruation. However, prostaglandins can also stimulate the gastrointestinal tract, causing increased gastrointestinal motility, so there may be diarrhea symptoms. If the symptoms worsen, it is recommended that you seek medical attention.