A Guide to Understanding Your Cycle: A Monthly Health Check

Every month, women across the globe experience menstruation. And while it is a difficult time that brings emotional ups and downs, it is nonetheless more than just a monthly inconvenience. Your period can almost be considered as a monthly health report card that sends signals about potential issues. Let’s explore how you can decode your cycle and what it may be telling you.

Your Period and What it Reveals

First, regularity matters. A regular menstrual cycle is typically between 23 and 35 days. If your cycle falls between this range, your hormones are likely to be balanced and your reproductive system is also likely to be functioning properly. On the other hand, if this isn’t the case, you may have hormonal imbalances or may be dealing with a condition such as PCOS.

The flow of your period reveals a lot too. Very heavy bleeding, for example, can signal conditions such as endometriosis, fibroids, or something similar. A light flow, on the other hand, might suggest nutritional deficiencies, extreme stress, or may be a sign of early menopause.

Pain is another important symptom to pay attention to, since it may also be a sign of fibroids and other medical conditions.

Finally, consider how severe your PMS symptoms are – it’s normal to have some, but very severe ones that interfere with your life may point to Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder which is a much more intense form of PMS.

Making Your Period More Comfortable

Whether you have a light or heavy flow, your period should not be extremely uncomfortable. At Lhamo, we are dedicated to helping you achieve a more tolerable period, and we do so with our range of products, including herbal pads that keep you feeling cool and fresh. Try them today!