Top 10 menstrual diseases that women must know

　　female As soon as menstruation comes, various ailments will appear, such as breast distended pain、low back pain、stomach ache Wait, these are all menstrual periods disease . want body healthy It is necessary to learn more about the menstrual period, such as understanding the diseases that are prone to occur during menstruation. So what are menstrual diseases? How to take care of yourself during menstruation? Next, I will introduce them one by one for your reference.

　　Top 10 menstrual diseases that women need to know

　　1. Breast swelling and pain during menstruation

　　Before and after menstruation or during menstruation, the qi and blood in the meridians are full, which can easily squeeze the breast veins, causing breast fullness and pain, or nipple itching and pain, and even inability to touch underwear.

　　You can use dandelion to apply to the navel: take 10 grams each of dandelion, angelica, angelica, and mint, 6 grams each of Viola purpurea and Rehmannia glutinosa, and 1 gram of musk. Grind each medicine into fine powder and mix well. Clean the navel with alcohol, stuff it with medicine powder, and wrap it up. Change the medicine once every 3 days, and 8 times is a course of treatment. The effect is very obvious after 3 courses of treatment. but, Menorrhagia and functionality Uterus It should not be used in case of bleeding.

　　2. Low back pain during menstruation

　　Most women experience backache and pain to some extent during menstruation, which is mostly caused by physical weakness, liver and kidney deficiency, and stagnant cold energy. In severe cases, the waist feels tight and painful like a rope wrapped around it, but gradually relieves in the later stages.

　　You can use hot compress method to adjust: lie on your back, put a hot wet towel (measured as not dripping) on ​​the painful part of the waist and the sacrum slightly below, put a hot water bottle on top, apply hot compress for about 10 minutes, and then apply hot compress on both sides of the waist for 10 minutes.

　　Tips: Do not beat your lower back hard during menstruation. Beating your lower back will further congest the pelvic cavity and accelerate blood flow, causing menorrhagia or prolonged menstruation, which will in turn make the pain in your lower back worse.

　　3. Abdominal pain during menstruation

　　Before and after menstruation or during menstruation, if sperm and blood are deficient, it will lead to Gynecology The blood and qi of the organs do not flow smoothly, causing spasmodic pain in the lower abdomen, as well as falling pain and cold pain. Therefore, when you have abdominal pain during menstruation, you can use fennel wine to treat it: wash 15 grams each of fennel and green bark, soak it in 250 grams of rice wine for 3 days, and then drink it.

　　Drink 15 to 30 grams each time, 2 times a day. If you cannot drink alcohol, you can use vinegar instead. It can soothe the liver and regulate qi, and can relieve symptoms such as early menstruation and lower abdominal distension and pain.

　　4. Menstrual headaches

　　Modern medical research has proven that during menstruation, imbalance of estrogen and progesterone secretion in women is the root cause of menstrual headaches. Oral ergotamine coffee Because, oryzanol or taking analgesic tablets, Xiaoyao Pills all have certain effects.

　　5. Menstrual cold sores

　　This is related to the reduced resistance of the body during menstruation and the activity of latent herpes viruses in the body. It often occurs 1-2 days before menstruation to 2-3 days after menstruation. It is more common on the lips, but also on the eyelids, around the nostrils, and the edges of the labia. You can apply mulberry juice on it, and do not scratch it to avoid secondary infection.

　　6. Menstrual rash

　　Every time 2 to 3 days before menstruation, the skin itches, herpes, erythema or purpura occurs. Rashes mostly occur on the face, chest, back, limbs and other parts of the body. With the end of menstruation, the rash and itching symptoms will disappear without treatment. For those with severe menstrual rash that affects sleep, oral desensitization drugs can be taken.

　　7. Premenstrual nasal congestion

　　The reason for the symptoms of nasal congestion during menstruation is that there is a physiological connection between the nasal mucosal epithelium and the female reproductive organs. Changes in ovarian hormones can cause congestion, swelling, and exudation of the nasal mucosa, leading to nasal congestion. You can use rhinoplasty or nasal drops to apply on the nose, 3-5 times a day.

　　8. Menstrual arrhythmia

　　Premature beats, tachycardia, bradycardia, and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia are common. When the disease occurs, pay attention to rest more and take appropriate sedatives. In serious cases, seek medical treatment promptly.

　　9. Menstrual arthritis

　　Arthritis and joint pain during menstruation are often caused by cold condensation in the meridians, and the knee joints are the most common. It usually starts about a week before menstruation, worsens when walking, and decreases after resting. ； It is obvious when extending the knee (going down stairs) and disappears when bending the knee.

　　You can use the cupping method: use a glass jar or clay jar, put burning paper strips inside, or burn cotton balls soaked in alcohol in the jar and then take them out, and buckle the jar on the painful area with full muscles. The remaining time in the jar is 10-20 minutes.

　　10. Meniere’s disease during menstruation

　　This disease is more common in middle-aged women. They experience sudden dizziness during menstruation, tinnitus, spinning vision, and nausea and vomiting. Generally, they only need bed rest. For severe dizziness, sedatives and a small amount of diuretics can be used appropriately.

　　Menstrual period health care methods

　　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 overeat raw or cold foods. Cold will cause blood to coagulate, which can easily cause dysmenorrhea, oligomenorrhea or sudden interruption. Do not overeat spicy, fragrant, dry, and body-damaging foods to reduce uterine congestion. Drink more boiled water, eat more fruits and vegetables, and keep your bowel movements smooth.

　　2. Regulate emotions

　　Chinese medicine believes that 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.

　　3. Cleanliness and hygiene

　　During menstruation, you should keep your vulva clean. Use warm water to scrub your vulva every night. It is not advisable to take a tub or sitz bath. It is better to take a shower.； Sanitary napkins and paper should be soft and clean, and it is best to use high-pressure sterilization ； 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. ； Menstrual mats should be made of sterilized gauze and toilet paper. Wipe from front to back after defecation to prevent dirt from being brought into the vagina and causing vaginitis or uterine inflammation.

　　4. Balance work and rest

　　Working, studying, and doing general physical labor as usual during menstruation 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, abdominal pain, and backache, etc.； And get enough sleep to stay energetic.

　　5. Do not use medicine indiscriminately

　　Generally, women experience slight discomfort during menstruation, which resolves on their own after menstruation and does not require medication to avoid interfering with the normal process. If you experience unbearable abdominal pain or excessive bleeding that does not stop for a long time, it is necessary to seek examination and treatment from a doctor. Do not take medicine randomly by yourself.