Is it normal for menstruation to have blood clots?

Patient's question:

Is it normal to have blood clots during menstruation?

Doctor's answer:

1. Related to bleeding speed and volume
Menstruation with blood clots is related to bleeding volume and speed. If you bleed heavily and quickly, it's often accompanied by blood clots, which may indicate a larger bleeding volume at that time, causing it to coalesce into a clot.
2. Related to endometrial shedding
The presence of blood clots during menstruation is a common symptom of menstrual irregularities. Blood clots in menstruation are often caused by the shedding of the endometrium in a woman's body.
3. Related to liver qi stagnation
Menstruation with blood clots may also be due to liver qi stagnation. The more blood clots, the more severe the blockage in the meridians. This can be resolved through massage. If menstrual pain is unbearable, it's important to focus on massaging the lower back and soles of the feet regularly.
4. Related to gynecological diseases
Although there are many causes of menstrual disorders, the most common ones are often due to premature ovarian failure, known in traditional Chinese medicine as qi and blood deficiency, and insufficient yin blood, leading to menstrual issues.