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By Neha Goel January 27, 2023 Blog , , , , ,

Why Heavy Periods Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Why Heavy Periods Shouldn’t Be Ignored

On an average, it is estimated that your menstrual cycle lasts for around 21-28 days. Once a new cycle starts, the period or menstrual bleeding might typically last for around 2-7 days.

However, it is necessary to keep in mind that every woman has a different period cycle. The total length of your period in combination with other factors like the menstrual cycle and the associated menstruation symptoms that may vary from one woman to another. Some women also tend to have irregular period cycles. While experiencing irregular periods once or twice is not a cause for concern, it is important to note that constant irregular periods can be a sign of some underlying condition. Apart from irregular periods, it is also essential to take note of heavy menstrual bleeding, which certainly signifies that there’s some critical issue that needs to be treated. Let’s talk more about it.

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By Neha Goel August 18, 2020 Blog ,

Menstrual Cramps and Back Pain: Causes and Treatment

Menstrual Cramps and Back Pain: Causes and Treatment

Why are menstrual cramps painful?

Menstrual cramps can range from mild to severe pain. Lasting for two to three days in some cases, it may interfere with your daily activities. Menstrual cramps are caused by uterus contractions’ that may happen before the onset of periods and may peak after 24 hours.

Normal pain may last for a day and maybe mild. But, many women experience severe menstrual cramps. Severe menstrual cramps feel like a throbbing pain in your lower abdomen area, and at times, the pain can be unbearable. You may also feel continuous pressure in the lower abdomen area. Also, the pain may radiate to lower back or thighs as well.

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By Neha Goel February 17, 2020 Blog , , , ,

How To Stop Heavy Periods: Natural Remedies and Treatments

How to stop heavy periods

Periods are a trying time for most women. To add on, if they suffering from heavy period bleeding, then it can be not only painful but also stressful. The medical term for heavy periods is ‘Menorrhagia’ wherein women experience abnormally heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, sometimes even heavy bleeding with clots.

Some of the symptoms of Menorrhagia are having to change your sanitary pad/tampon nearly every couple of hours, passing blood clots, and extreme tiredness and fatigue. If you are experiencing too much blood loss and cramping, which is affecting your daily activities, then getting in touch with a specialist is important.

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By Neha Goel March 8, 2019 Blog ,

Irregular Periods: 9 Reasons for Late Periods & Natural Remedies to Regulate It

Irregular Periods

There is no denying the fact that menstrual periods are unpredictable. Most women have longer or shorter cycles that can be caused due to a variety of reasons. However, while a missed period is not uncommon, it is a cause of concern if you are experiencing irregular periods.

A missed period is one of the early signs of pregnancy. But, if you’re not pregnant, there could be other reasons for late periods or irregular menstruation. If you’ve been searching answers for, ‘why is my period late?’ or the causes of irregular periods, then below are a few reasons why your period could be late.

Once you identify the cause for late periods, you can take the necessary steps to regulate your menstrual cycle. Depending on the cause, you can either consult with a gynaecologist or try out a few of the natural remedies for irregular periods that we’ve covered. So, let’s get started with the reasons for late periods, followed by effective natural ways on how to regulate your period.

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