Well the only thing i know about this time ...is i am glad i am a bloke...... a feller ..........because of all the relationships i have been in .....that time of the month/the lady cycle/the blob as it has been called in UK ..../that time !!!!.../is never fun .....and some woman get it worse than others ........ as i have witnessed and been told ......i am still in a world of wonder why any man who wants to be a chick ........ you know flippers /fence jumpers /transgender/trans/he-she/....etc ...etc ....who the fuck in their right mind!! ...... and i mean that in the easiest way ....right mind !!!!! .....would want to be a woman .....biologically .......not too mention the toxic shock syndrome....... that comes with tampons ....if you do not know what the fuck that is ...it's there on the net/www .....because they use bleach in the tampon making process .......cotton is not pure white ...... it gets that way ......through bleaching in production .....yes!!!!! .......and women get toxic shock ......and they shove that inside them ...... at their most sensitive time ....... and it leaks into the blood stream .....and into the brain ....... and maybe that is why they go fucking nuts........i just know it is all guys nightmare ..... when that lady time comes ......no sex!!!!.....usually comes crying ....eating gallons of ice cream (ben and jerry's should name an ice cream...... called something for the ladies )... .....or some shit ............crying at steel magnolias or some chick flick......wearing these grey sweatpants/hair tied up .....very....... very unattractive ....it's the price of female ........and why some guys want to be a woman .......is beyond me .......but thank god for women ....without them we would be fucked ...proper fucked.......
Added note........there are approx 8 billion people on mother earth/planet.......and all because of women ......and if you stop and think about it ......that is mind blowing .....totally mind blowing ......so with that in mind.......i may be a misogynist .......and male pig .......but i respect them for their ability to create and give birth /life ......an amazing process ......but women are fucking absolutely fucking nuts ....and why i will never get married..... and have kids ......(plus i am too old to start shit..... and am a selfish prick ...no excuse )!!!!.....but thank god there are women who will selfishly march forward have kids ...knowing they may forego their own life to give life .......something that most men will or would never do .......for real !!!!!!>......
What Does a ‘Normal’ Period Even Look Like?
We’ve all been there: You’re in the middle of your period, and it feels like it’ll never end. Maybe you’re experiencing cramps, or clots, or heavy bleeding, or anxiety. But—is it normal? How do you know if your cramps are run of the mill or over-the-top? How can you tell if your clots are regular or extreme? What about that overflowing menstrual cup: Normal or not?
To get to the bottom of this, we tapped Kylie Fowler, MD, MS, FACOG, a pediatric gynecologist and adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota Department of Women’s Health, who set the record straight.
WTF is a normal period?
Of course there’s no one-size-fits-all, but we kicked things off by finding out how a pro would define a “normal” period.
“There are actually guidelines for what is normal and abnormal,” says Fowler. “Once you have had a period for more than two years, each menstrual cycle should occur every 21 to 35 days.”
In terms of length, a normal period should last between two and seven days, Fowler says. “Bleeding for longer than seven days is not normal and could indicate a bleeding problem,” she says. “Bleeding for less than two days may indicate anovulatory bleeding, or bleeding without releasing an egg.”
Periods that fall within these ranges, with no or mild pain, “indicate a lot of things are going right with your body, such as thyroid function, adrenal function, and adequate nutrition,” Fowler says. But don’t worry: “It’s also normal to not be like clockwork,” she adds. “If your cycle is 28 days one month, 32 the next, and 26 the third, that’s normal—not everyone has strict cycles of the same length every time.”
Red flag: Skipping a period
Skipping periods is definitely a sign of an issue, Fowler says. “You should never go more than two months without a period,” she says. “This includes athletes. It’s never normal for athletes of any age to be skipping periods.”
There might be some exceptions. “For example, if you’re breastfeeding or using hormonal contraception,” Fowler adds. “But you should always discuss irregular or absent menses with your doctor.”
Bleeding too frequently could also be a cause for concern. One rule of thumb: If you have periods that are “too frequent, too infrequent, too heavy, too painful,” it’s time to pay a visit to your doc.
Green flag: Cramps that are relieved by OTC meds
“Normal cramps should be alleviated by common over-the-counter medications,” Fowler says. She lists the best options as ibuprofen or naproxen, or acetaminophen for those who can’t take ibuprofen or naproxen.
Red flag: Extreme cramps
If you’ve popped over-the-counter meds and you’re still doubled over in pain, schedule a visit to your gynecologist. Fowler advises that if ibuprofen, naproxen, or acetaminophen don’t provide enough relief, you should speak to your doctor. “Periods should not routinely require you to miss school, work, or activities that you enjoy due to pain,” she says.
Green flag: Low-key PMS
Though no one likes PMS, the truth is that mild PMS symptoms are, sadly, par for the course. “PMS symptoms that are typically more mild and do not generally require more than supportive care” are normal, Fowler says.
These care measures include “rest or exercise—depending on the person—as well as stress relief measures, good hydration and a balanced diet, and over-the-counter pain relievers,” according to Fowler. If these provide relief, your PMS symptoms are likely normal (though, yes, they still suck).
Red flag: Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
“PMDD is a mood disorder,” Fowler says. “It’s classified with other mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression.” Though it may occur monthly, around the same time PMS symptoms would normally pop up, it’s an entirely different beast.
With PMDD, “the drop in hormones associated with the week before and early days of menses causes a drop in mood-regulating hormones like serotonin,” Fowler says. “PMDD can cause severe mood changes, including panic attacks, problems with focus or concentration, and even suicidal thoughts.”
If you’re experiencing any of these, don’t leave it untreated—make an appointment with your doctor. “PMDD can be difficult to talk about, but should never be ignored,” Fowler notes. The good news? There’s a solution. “What many people don’t know is that use of antidepressants—specifically a class of medications called SSRIs—are first-line treatment for PMDD,” she says. “Hormonal medications, such as the traditional birth control pill, are used if antidepressants are not providing adequate improvement in symptoms.”
Fowler also notes that there are many good resources for people with PMDD out there. “IAPMO is my favorite,” she says.
Green flag: Small clots
If you’re looking for a rule of thumb when it comes to blood clots, think of loose change. “In general, clots that are smaller than a quarter in diameter are normal,” Fowler says.
Red flag: Quarter-sized clots
On the other hand, big clots necessitate a convo with your GYN, though they can also be A-OK. “If clots are larger than a quarter, this can be normal—but should be reported to your doctor,” Fowler says.
Red flag: Super heavy bleeding
“You should never soak a tampon or pad in less than two hours,” Fowler says. “This is equivalent to about 10 milliliters of blood accumulation in a menstrual disc within two hours, or overflowing it within six hours,” she says, assuming you’re using an average disc or cup, which usually hold about 25 to 30 milliliters. Call your doctor immediately if you’re experiencing this type of bleeding. “If your bleeding is this heavy, you may need urgent attention,” she says.
You can also measure your bleeding over the course of your entire period. “Bleeding over 80 milliliters over the course of an entire period is considered heavy menstrual bleeding and is abnormal,” Fowler says. “This can be hard to track and quantify, although with a menstrual disc or cup—I recommend Flex—you can record menstrual blood loss daily based on the volume your disc holds and how full it is.”
If you use pads or tampons, “there’s a tool called the pictorial blood loss assessment chart, available through Google search, that can help quantify how much bleeding you are having,” she says.
If you use period underwear, you may have a harder time figuring out just how much you’re bleeding. “Measures of bleeding with period underwear depend on the expected absorbency of the individual product and can be more difficult to quantify,” Fowler adds.
Heavy bleeding can lead to other issues. “There’s a worldwide epidemic of low iron and anemia in menstruating people around the world,” Fowler says. “Sometimes periods are normal, but iron intake is too low. Sometimes it is a mix of menses that are too heavy and iron input that is too low. Sometimes iron intake is fine, but there are problems with clotting or stopping bleeding.”
Whatever the case may be, there’s no need to suffer silently. “There are hormonal medications that can help, but there are other medications, like tranexamic acid, that are non-hormonal and can reduce menstrual blood loss,” Fowler says. The bottom line? “If you feel your bleeding is too heavy, don’t ignore it,” she says.
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