Menstrual migraine is a headache that occurs during the menstrual period, generally between 2 days before and 3 days after the start of menstruation, and is related to hormonal changes during this period, and may be accompanied by common migraine symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light. The main factor that contributes to […]
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Heavy menstrual flow is characterized by the greater amount of blood lost during the menstrual period, which means that pads or menstrual collectors must be changed/emptied every hour. Furthermore, while the normal menstrual period lasts between 3 and 5 days, the heavy flow lasts for more than 7 days and is usually accompanied by some […]
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The menstrual cycle is the time interval between the first day of menstruation and the last day before the next menstruation. The menstrual cycle lasts an average of 28 days and is divided into 3 phases, according to the hormonal changes that occur in the woman’s body. Menstruation represents the fertile years of a woman’s […]
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The table is a contraceptive method based on analyzing the length of the menstrual cycle to identify a woman’s most fertile days. On these days, the woman should avoid having sexual intercourse or use other contraceptive methods if she does not want to become pregnant. However, the table is not a completely effective method to […]
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Home remedies for menstrual cramps are mainly teas with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and calming properties, such as ginger tea, chamomile tea or oregano tea, as they contain substances that help relieve uterine contractions, reducing the pain and discomfort of menstrual cramps. In addition to drinking one of these teas, other ways to relieve menstrual cramps […]
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Pineapple juice is an excellent home remedy for menstrual cramps, as pineapple acts as an anti-inflammatory that reduces inflammation of the uterine tissues, reducing constant contractions and relieving menstrual pain. However, the other ingredients are also crucial to the effectiveness of this home remedy. Ginger, for example, has a similar action to pineapple and, therefore, […]
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