Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a significant health issue that impacts numerous women who have not yet reached menopause. It is characterised by heavy, prolonged periods that occur at regular intervals. In medical terms, this equates to an average loss of more than 80 mL of blood...
A normal menstrual cycle usually lasts for 2 - 7 days, has a frequency of 24 – 38 days, and has a blood loss of 5 – 80 milliliters. Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a broad term that describes irregularities in the menstrual cycle which has frequency,...
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence defines heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) as excessive menstrual blood loss that interferes with the woman’s physical, emotional, social and material quality of life and can occur in combination with other symptoms. The menstrual blood loss that occurs is >80ml.1 There...
A balance of hormones must be maintained for the human body to function effectively. Hormonal imbalance refers to an excess or deficit of one or more hormones in the body.1 Even a small imbalance can have significant consequences, for example, heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) or menorrhagia, which...
Good menstrual health and hygiene practices can prevent infections, reduce odors, and make your period more comfortable.1 You can choose from a variety of menstrual products, including sanitary pads, tampons, menstrual cups, menstrual discs, and period pants, to absorb or collect blood during your period.1 Here are a few essential
The most common reason for women being referred to gynecologists is abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), when there is a significant change in the frequency, duration, or amount of bleeding during or between periods in women, AUB is diagnosed. After a year, vaginal bleeding in women whose periods...
Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a condition that affects many women and can have a significant impact on their health and quality of life.1 It refers to period flow that deviates from normal patterns in terms of frequency, regularity, duration, or volume.2 This article discusses the symptoms and causes of...
Menstruation is a natural process in the reproductive cycle when blood flows out of the uterus through the vagina. It is a crucial milestone in a woman's reproductive life and signifies the onset of puberty.1,2 Periods are a normal part of life for girls and women, but if they don't take...
Menstrual health and hygiene are critical for promoting good health and preventing reproductive tract infections (RTIs). In India, it is estimated that about 200 million women have poor knowledge about menstrual hygiene practices.1 Myths surrounding menstruation in societies restrict menstruating women from various activities such as cooking, touching food, being with...
Menstrual hygiene is vital for women’s reproductive health. Maintaining hygiene during menstruation can help prevent infections, reduce odours and ensure that the woman stays comfortable during this period.1 According to a study, 88% of women in India sometimes use ashes, newspapers, dried leaves and husk sand to aid absorption.2 These...