Future Health Frontiers Q&A Women’s Health

Do you know the eight things you need to know about menstrual health care?

Asked by:Miranda

Asked on:Mar 27, 2026 04:10 PM

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  • Gwendolyn Gwendolyn

    Mar 27, 2026

      female During menstruation, the body is most vulnerable, and its resistance is weak at this time. If you do not pay attention to self-care, you may develop some diseases or cause certain diseases at any time. Gynecology disease . Therefore, women’s menstrual health care is crucial. So, what do women need to know during menstruation? Next, let’s take a look together.

      (1) Eat in moderation: During the menstrual period, due to the dissipation of menstrual blood, adequate nutrition is needed.; The diet should be light and mild, easy to digest, and do not eat too much raw or cold food, as cold causes blood to coagulate, easily causing Dysmenorrhea ,as well as Menorrhagia Or sudden interruption, etc. Do not overeat spicy, fragrant, dry, and injurious foods to reduce Uterus Bleeding. Drink more boiled water, eat more fruits and vegetables, and keep your bowel movements smooth.

      (2) Cleanliness and hygiene: Keep the vulva clean during menstruation. Use warm water to scrub the vulva every night. It is not advisable to take a bath or sitz bath. It is better to take a shower.; Sanitary napkins and paper should be soft and clean. It is best to use high-pressure sterilization (commercially available). ; Menstrual belts and underwear should be changed and washed frequently to reduce the irritation of blood stains on the vulva and inner thighs. After washing, scald them with boiling water and dry them in the sun for later use. ; It is advisable to use sterilized gauze towels and toilet paper for menstrual pads. After defecation, wipe from front to back to prevent dirt from entering the vagina and causing Vaginitis or uterine inflammation.

      (3) Regulate emotions: Abnormal emotions are one of the important pathogenic factors, and the impact of mental emotions on menstruation is particularly obvious. Therefore, during menstruation, you must maintain emotional stability, feel comfortable, and avoid adverse stimulation to prevent Irregular menstruation

      (4) Balance work and rest: During menstruation, you can work and study as usual, and engage in general physical labor, which can promote blood circulation in the pelvis, thereby alleviating back pain and lower abdominal discomfort. However, heavy physical labor and strenuous exercise should be avoided, because overwork can cause excessive pelvic congestion, causing menorrhagia, prolonged menstruation, and stomach ache Backache, etc.; And get enough sleep to stay energetic.

      (5) Avoid sexual intercourse: During the menstrual period, the endometrium is stripped and bleeding, there are fresh wounds in the uterine cavity, the cervix is ​​slightly open, the acidity of the vagina is reduced, and the ability to defend against germs is greatly reduced. Having sex at this time can bring in bacteria and easily lead to inflammation of the reproductive organs. If the fallopian tubes are inflamed and blocked, it can also cause infertility. It can also cause prolonged menstruation and even unstoppable metrorrhagia. Therefore, women should refrain from sexual intercourse during menstruation to prevent infection.

      (6) Do not use medication indiscriminately: Generally, women have slight discomfort during menstruation, which will disappear on their own after menstruation. No medication is needed to prevent interference with the normal process. If you experience unbearable abdominal pain or excessive bleeding that does not stop for a long time, you need to be examined and treated by a doctor. Do not use random medicines yourself.

      (7) Suitable for cold and warm weather: Pay attention to climate change, especially avoid exposure to high temperatures, the sun, wind, cold, rain, wading, swimming, washing your hair and feet with cold water, or sitting in the cold for a long time.

      (8) Keep good records: Carefully record the date of menstruation and estimate the date of menstruation next month to facilitate early detection of irregular menstruation, pregnancy, etc.

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