Patient's question:
My menstrual period is dark in color, with a small amount, and does not exceed 3 days. I had a medication abortion in the past and have cervical erosion and appendicitis.Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on your symptoms, it can be considered as Qi and blood deficiency. You may take medications such as Wuji Baifeng Pill, Ba Zhen Yimu Pill, Ba Bao Kun Shun Pill, Nüjin Pill, Danggui Tiao Jing Pill, Danggui Jujube Granules, Gui Pi Wan, and Si Wu He Ji for regulation.Precautions:
1. Maintain a cheerful mood and avoid mental stress and emotional fluctuations. Some individuals may experience lower abdominal distension, back pain, breast tenderness, mild diarrhea, fatigue, drowsiness, emotional instability, irritability, or tendency to depression during menstruation, which are all normal and should not cause excessive concern.
2. Pay attention to hygiene to prevent infection. Keep the external genitalia clean. Intercourse is absolutely forbidden during menstruation. Maintain 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 changed underwear in the sun.
4. Avoid cold, sour, spicy, and 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 menstruation and avoid stimulating foods like garlic, scallions, chives, and ginger. Those with Qi and blood deficiency should increase their nutritional intake, such as milk, eggs, soy milk, pork liver, spinach, pork, chicken, and mutton, while avoiding cold fruits and vegetables.