MENSTRUATION FACTS, WOMEN AND HEALTH

 The menstrual cycle is the monthly series of changes a woman's body goes through in preparation for the possibility of pregnancy.
The cycle is well outlined in the image below...

Women are always at risk of getting infection and other complications.
Below are some facts and tips that may be usefull to you.

During your menses, note the following;

    *End date. How long does your period typically last? Is it longer or shorter than usual?
   * Flow. Record the heaviness of your flow. Does it seem lighter or heavier than usual? How often do you need to change your sanitary protection? Have you passed any blood clots?
  *  Abnormal bleeding. Are you bleeding in between periods?
    Pain. Describe any pain associated with your period. Does the pain feel worse than usual?
   * Other changes. Have you experienced any changes in mood or behavior? Did anything new happen around the time of change in your periods?

Menstrual cycle irregularities 
Menstrual cycle irregularities can have many different causes, including:
    Pregnancy or breast-feeding. A missed period can be an early sign of pregnancy. Breast-feeding typically delays the return of menstruation after pregnancy.
    Eating disorders, extreme weight loss or excessive exercising. Eating disorders — such as anorexia nervosa — extreme weight loss and increased physical activity can disrupt menstruation.
    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Women with this common endocrine system disorder may have irregular periods as well as enlarged ovaries that contain small collections of fluid — called follicles — located in each ovary as seen during an ultrasound exam.
    Premature ovarian failure. Premature ovarian failure refers to the loss of normal ovarian function before age 40. Women who have premature ovarian failure — also known as primary ovarian insufficiency — might have irregular or occasional periods for years.
    Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This infection of the reproductive organs can cause irregular menstrual bleeding.
    Uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus. They can cause heavy menstrual periods and prolonged menstrual periods.


Preventing Irregularities
* birth control pills can help regulate menstrual cycles for some women
* Treatment for any underlying problems
* Change causative habits
SEEK MEDICAL CARE IF;
    >Your periods suddenly stop for more than 90 days — and you're not pregnant
    >Your periods become erratic after having been regular
    >You bleed for more than seven days




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