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Menstruation is a natural factor in women’s lives. Some see it as a good thing, while others see it as a real monthly martyrdom. Just like everything in life there is no rule, menstrual flow is no different. Each woman has a different flow from the other due to the work of her body and hormone levels, which can result in a regulated flow or in some cases an intense menstrual flow.
We see many cases of women who menstruate 2 to 3 days very little and already others who spend 6 to 8 days of heavy bleeding. And the questioning is automatic. Why does it happen? And the answer can have several reasons, such as the amount of hormones that the body is producing, the condition of the woman’s health and even the phase of life that is going through. As well as problems like fibroids that increase flow, polyps and endometriosis . Therefore, when a change in the amount of menstrual flow is noticed, a gynecologist should be sought and informed to assess the condition. Examinations should be requested to ascertain and indicate treatment.
During adolescence and near menopause it is very common for menstruation to have an intense menstrual flow. However, what many women may not agree with the indications of medicine is that a menstrual flow that lasts from 3 to 8 days with an exchange of an average of 6 pads per day is considered normal. Scary isn’t it? But it really is true! A menstrual cycle that lasts for 5 and 8 days counting from the first day to the very end that goes down almost nothing with a dark blood is totally within the normal range.
The intense menstrual flow is related to women who bleed in abundance and are accompanied by severe cramps and usually have an irregular or very long cycle, with more than 35 days. In this case, the major concern is not only the discomfort that these “intense” days can cause in women, but what they can generate in their health. Excessive menstrual bleeding can cause deficiency anemia iron .
How to Live with Intense Menstrual Flow
It really is not a very easy situation, in addition to the discomfort, the strong cramps still have to worry about the “stains” and leaks in the clothes. But with a few tips and tricks it is possible to get around these days without any major worries and stress. For those who are so uncomfortable with the tampon and feel wet and “dirty” all the time, there are the tampon options and now the menstrual cup.
The tampon provides security and keeps the woman clean and dry for a few hours, making it necessary to “check” whenever necessary to avoid accidents. Some women are unable to adapt because the tampon increases in size over the minutes of use and it becomes uncomfortable, in addition to the risks of infection it offers. The other option that is the menstrual collector, for those who like practicality may be the solution. Once inserted, the collector can stay for up to 12 hours, in case of heavy menstrual flow for up to 6 hours and be emptied and introduced again and is anti allergic and has no risk of infections if used correctly.
It is natural for women to feel insecure the first few times of use and even to ensure that they are using an intimate absorbent to ensure that they do not get dirty. But after a few times of use, it will guarantee not only safety, but also practicality and total hygiene. Obviously, not all women are able to adapt to the menstrual cup , but it is worth a try – you may be surprised!
If you do not adapt to the modernities and options above, opt for intimate pads of greater durability as is the case for nighttime or indicated for intense flow. Always take some absorbents in the exchange bag and also change panties if necessary. Go to the bathroom at least every two hours to check and be sure to talk to your gynecologist about any increase in menstrual flow beyond normal.
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My name is Dr. Alexis Hart I am 38 years old, I am the mother of 3 beautiful children! Different ages, different phases 16 years, 12 years and 7 years. In love with motherhood since always, I found it difficult to make my dreams come true, and also some more after I was already a mother.
Since I imagined myself as a mother, in my thoughts everything seemed to be much easier and simpler than it really was, I expected to get pregnant as soon as I wished, but it wasn’t that simple. The first pregnancy was smooth, but my daughter’s birth was very troubled. Joana was born in 2002 with a weight of 2930kg and 45cm, from a very peaceful cesarean delivery but she had already been born with congenital pneumonia due to a broken bag not treated with antibiotics even before delivery.
