Patient's question:
My girlfriend's menstrual cycle has been starting 8 days earlier every month since July of this year. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Hello: If the fixed 8-day advance issue each month is not a major concern, changes in the menstrual cycle are considered menstrual disorders.Pay attention to the following:
1. Maintain a positive mood, 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 menstruation, which are all normal and should not cause excessive anxiety.
2. Pay attention to hygiene to prevent infection. Maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia. Intercourse during menstruation is strictly prohibited. Keep warm and avoid cold exposure. Avoid overexertion. Those with heavy menstrual flow should avoid consuming brown sugar.
3. Underwear should be soft, cotton, and have good ventilation. Wash and change them frequently, and ensure they are 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 menstruation and avoid stimulating foods like garlic, scallions, onions, and ginger. Those with poor qi and blood should increase their nutrition regularly, such as milk, eggs, soy milk, pork liver, spinach, pork, chicken, and mutton, while avoiding cold fruits and melons.