Patient's question:
Doctor, why do I have blood clots every time I have my period? Also, my colleague's period always comes early. This month, it lasted for three days and was continuous, with brown discharge. The next three days had a heavy flow.Doctor's answer:
Hello: In traditional Chinese medicine theory, this falls under the category of "Menstruation Coming Too Early," which refers to: menstruation occurring 7 days or more before the expected date, or even occurring every 10 days. It is also known as "Menstruation Occurring Prematurely" and is divided into:- Qi Deficiency: Symptoms include early menstruation, excessive menstrual flow, pale color, and thin, watery texture. General symptoms: fatigue, empty feeling in the lower abdomen, poor appetite, loose stools, pale tongue, and weak, thready pulse. Treatment: Strengthen qi, stop bleeding, and regulate menstruation. Prescription: Modified Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang.
- Yang Excess and Blood Heat: Symptoms include early menstruation, excessive flow, deep red or purple color, and thick, sticky texture. General symptoms: restlessness, flushed face, dry mouth, short, dark urine, red tongue with yellow coating, and rapid pulse. Treatment: Clear heat, cool blood, and regulate menstruation. Prescription: Modified Qing Jing San.
- Liver Qi Stagnation and Blood Heat: Symptoms include early menstruation, variable flow, purple-red color with clots. General symptoms: lower abdominal pain, stuffy chest, costal fullness, irritability, and dry mouth and throat. Treatment: Clear the liver, resolve stagnation, and regulate menstruation. Prescription: Modified Dan Zhi Xiao Yao San.
- Blood-Related Yin Deficiency and Heat: Symptoms include early menstruation, variable flow, red color, and thick texture. General symptoms: flushed cheeks, heat in palms and soles, red tongue with little coating, and thready, rapid pulse. Treatment: Nourish yin, clear heat, and regulate menstruation. Prescription: Modified Li De Tang.
However, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment. You should consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for a clinical diagnosis and personalized treatment to achieve the best results. Wishing you a speedy recovery.