"Clumps of menstrual blood are coming out"... Women's health viewed through menstruation

Women have their periods on the same date every month. Having a period is very important as a woman and an unavoidable part of life, but...

It's really exhausting and tiring every time I do it.

Before I had children, I experienced such severe menstrual cramps that I would feel nauseous and had to leave work early multiple times.

It was so difficult that I even went to the hospital to get a check-up.

However, if they don't, women tend to get more physically ill, which is quite ironic.

 

It is said that women's health can also be checked through menstrual blood.

I also have menstrual blood clots, which are called lumps.

When my period was ending, it would come frequently, and I would wonder why it was clumping like this.

 

It is said that you can assess your health condition based on the color, amount, and clumping of blood.

Please read the article carefully.

 

 

 

1. Bright red
When female hormone levels are appropriate and blood circulation is smooth, menstrual blood appears bright red. Bright red blood indicates a healthy condition.

2. Light pink
If menstrual blood appears light pink, it may be concerning because it is not the usual color you are familiar with, but it is normal for light pink blood to appear at the beginning of menstruation. This is a sign that menstruation is starting, as not much blood is being discharged, which can cause it to look light pink. However, if it occurs later in the cycle, it indicates low estrogen levels in the body. It can be caused by side effects of contraceptive pills, excessive dieting, anemia, etc., so caution is needed. Also, if light pink blood appears outside of the menstrual period, it could be uterine inflammation or implantation bleeding, so a proper examination should be done.

3. Dark purple
If the menstrual flow is heavy, the color of the period may appear dark purple. However, if you need to change your sanitary pad more frequently than before, it could be a sign of female conditions such as uterine fibroids or adenomyosis. Therefore, if dark purple blood persists, it is recommended to visit an obstetrician and gynecologist.

4. Orange
If menstrual blood appears orange, there is a high possibility of vaginitis. When vaginitis occurs, the vulva may become itchy and have an unpleasant odor. If left untreated, vaginitis can lead to female diseases such as pelvic inflammatory disease. However, since it is a condition that can be easily treated if detected early, it is advisable to visit an obstetrician and gynecologist if menstrual blood turns orange and itching occurs.

5. Dark brown
Many women feel anxious when they see dark brown menstrual blood. However, since it is residual blood remaining towards the end of the period, there is generally no need to worry. However, if the blood is thick and the brown menstrual flow persists, it could be a sign of endometriosis or polycystic ovary syndrome.

What if menstrual cramps are severe and menstrual blood comes out in clumps?

Menstrual blood is released during the process of shedding the thickened uterine lining, which occurs when an ovum released once a month does not meet sperm. During this process, if pressure is applied to the uterus due to menstrual cramps or other reasons, the uterus can be injured. If the blood produced at this time is expelled directly outside the body, the bleeding volume can be excessive. Therefore, our body reduces the bleeding volume by forming blood clots. The appearance of menstrual blood clots is a natural defensive response. However, if the bleeding becomes heavy, the iron, which is a raw material for anticoagulants, becomes deficient, making it difficult to produce anticoagulants. Consequently, during the early days of heavy menstruation, clots of blood ranging from about 5mm to 5cm in size are commonly observed.

However, if this pattern differs from the usual, caution is advised. Dr. Choi Dong-seok, an obstetrician and gynecologist at HiDoc, stated, "If menstrual pain suddenly worsens abnormally and blood clots are expelled, it could indicate vaginitis or various uterine and ovarian conditions," and recommended visiting an obstetrics and gynecology clinic. If one of the cells forming the uterine smooth muscle proliferates abnormally, it can cause a sudden increase in menstrual flow or the formation of clumps. The normal amount of menstrual blood is about 35ml on average, with a range considered normal from 10 to 80ml. Typically, changing 3 to 6 pads a day is considered within the normal range.

 

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