Talk about the female cycle You are angry again? Or so depressed that you’re crying over the smallest thing? Even though you’re consciously trying to control it, there’s nothing you can do about it. Even though you know it’s not really your fault and that your hormones are to blame, how exactly do these hormones change in a cyclical fashion? You may not be aware of it. Or you may simply be aware of the emotional impact of changes in hormone levels in your body, but can’t figure out why sometimes you seem charming and shy, and sometimes you’re cold and would rather be alone? In fact, the hormonal cycle in your body affects you, so let’s take a closer look at this cycle and organize your life in a predictable way. [Trivia 1] Menstrual Cycle Digital Archive × A woman will have an average of 400 periods in her lifetime Guilin Nanxi Mountain Hospital, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine for Men Yang Shaohua × The average menstrual cycle is up to 29.5 days, but 21 to 35 days are normal × A normal menstrual period varies from 2 to 8 days × As women age, their periods become shorter and most women around the age of 35 have a cycle of 28 days. 【Tip 2】 Calculation of menstrual cycle × The menstrual cycle should include the time of menstruation, not just the time of clean menstruation × The first day of bleeding is the beginning of the menstrual cycle, and the interval between the first day of two consecutive periods is called the menstrual cycle Days 1 – 7: Menstrual period DD you are overly sensitive to external reactions Women, because pregnancy does not occur, under the regulation of pituitary hormones, the secretion of estrogen and The secretion of progesterone decreases, the small arteries supplying blood to the endometrium contract spasmodically and then rupture, and the endometrium becomes ischemic, necrotic and sheds, so it manifests itself as menstruation, a process that lasts about 2 – 8 days …… This process is actually a very delicate adjustment of the organism itself, which makes the endometrium that has not been fertilized timely This process is actually a very delicate adjustment by the organism itself, which allows the endometrium that has not been fertilized to renew in time and not undergo abnormal changes like cancer due to overproliferation. When you have your period, you feel extra slim and fit because your ovarian hormone levels drop and your urine output increases slightly compared to normal days. At the same time, your skin is becoming finer and more tender day by day. Special note from the doctor] During these days, you will be extremely tired and prone to catch a cold. According to some recent surveys, 28% of women are more likely to get sick during their menstrual period than on weekdays, and about more than 70% of women feel the pain of menstrual cramps, accompanied by stomach cramps and diarrhea. While going through this period, your body’s anti-coagulation system is in an activated state, it is important to keep warm and rested, while avoiding possible bleeding situations, such as surgery, blood donation …… you should of course also miss gynecological exams. Days 8 – 11: Early follicular phase (after menstruation) – your body and mind are starting to get ready for conjugal life The production of estrogen by the ovaries will increasingly resume just after menstruation. Estrogen is the basis for stimulating the growth of the endometrium, which gradually repairs the superficial lining that was stripped off during menstruation and encourages it to thicken again, making the blood vessels increasingly rich and full of blood. If there is a time of the month when you feel in good shape, then this is it. You may want to schedule challenging work to be done during this time, and it may bring some surprises to yourself and others. What’s even more gratifying is that even if you don’t get enough sleep, your skin can still be incredibly rosy and glowing these days. [Doctor’s Special Note] Although estrogen does not stimulate a woman’s sexual urge, it makes the vagina moist and elastic, and circulates blood from the reproductive system towards the vagina, providing it with a sufficient amount of blood to prepare the couple for pregnancy. This is the most suitable period for a full body check-up, including a pap smear for gynecological examination and a breast self-examination. If you need gynecological treatments or procedures, such as vaginal medication, cervical phototherapy or electrolysis, tubal lavage, etc., this is the most appropriate time. Days 12 – 14: Late follicular phase (before ovulation) – it’s all written on your face. By this time, your estrogen levels are gradually reaching their peak and your follicles are maturing. The high levels of estrogen have perfected the proliferation of the endometrium and everything is ready for the expected fertilization of the egg. At the same time, your cervical mucus will begin to thin, making it easier for the sperm to pass through the uterus to reach the fallopian tubes and unite with the egg. At this time, your cheerfulness is written on your face and the joy is felt by those around you. You are very eloquent during this period and your senses are also sharper. Your body is ready for pregnancy, so you may find that your sex drive is much stronger than usual. If you are using the safe period method of birth control, this is the most problematic stage because the follicular phase is variable in length and ovulation can occur at any time. It is recommended that you take special measures for this relatively “dangerous” phase. Days 15 – 17: Ovulation – your sexual desire becomes uncontrollable At the moment of ovulation, the egg “breaks out” of the follicle, is “captured” by the fallopian tube and moves within it towards the uterine cavity. Once the egg is expelled, the empty follicle immediately collapses, bleeds, and forms a hematopoietic body in which the blood is absorbed to form the secretory corpus luteum. During this process, the corpus luteum begins to secrete progesterone, which has the effect of supporting pregnancy. During the menstrual cycle, a woman’s body temperature varies from high to low, often being slightly lower in the first half of the menstrual cycle and slightly higher in the second half. In normal women, the body temperature can increase by 0.3 to 0.5°C after ovulation. People usually check the change in basal body temperature (by taking the temperature after a long sleep of 6-15 hours or more, before waking up and doing any activity, and recording it on the basal body temperature sheet, day by day, and drawing a curve) to determine whether ovulation and pregnancy are occurring. But sometimes it is not accurate. Doctor’s Special Note] You are at the peak of your fertility cycle, so your sexual desire will be difficult to suppress, so seize the opportunity to be satisfied. You’ll also feel positive and confident thanks to the extra androgens still circulating in your body, because the main stimulus for a woman’s libido is the androgens produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands (in smaller quantities than those produced by the male testicles). Androgen levels can reach their peak during ovulation and a woman’s libido is strongest during this period. Days 18 – 23: Early luteal phase (after ovulation) – you are now in a state of relative balance. After ovulation, the amount of estrogen decreases, and as the corpus luteum remains high and continues to secrete progesterone, the endometrium remains rich in blood and nutrients and thickens further. At this time, the endometrial “soil” is still rich and fertile for pregnancy, so that the possible pregnancy in the early stages of the “seeding” does not ” The “soil” of the endometrium is still fertile and suitable for “pregnancy”, so that the possible pregnancy does not occur in the early “seeding” period. During this period, your physical and psychological condition is in a relatively stable state and you will not feel particularly emotional or depressed. However, as the progesterone gradually increases and starts to take effect, your body’s condition will start to become more and more unstable. The “plateau” period is approaching, and if you start physical training, skin care programs, etc., you can often achieve twice the result with half the effort. Do not do mammograms during this period. This is due to the fact that the breast follicles are fully developed under the effect of progesterone, and breast examinations at this time can sometimes reveal nervous nodules, which in most cases will subside by the time the next period begins. Days 24 – 28: Late Luteal Phase (before another period) – you become irritable, tense and suicidal Your cycle is coming to an end. Unless conception has occurred, the corpus luteum gradually shrinks, the production of estrogen and progesterone in the ovaries gradually decreases, and the thickness of the endometrium decreases until it disintegrates to form a new period. These are the days when women are at their lowest emotional ebb, prone to temper tantrums, irritability, nervousness, mood swings and seven times more suicidal than usual. If you are sensitive to this change in yourself, make a conscious effort to schedule more relaxed tasks, such as avoiding decisions on major events during this period. Not only does your mood go into a slump, but your skin also starts to show conditions: rough skin and acne breakouts. Also, you feel bloated and fat due to the amount of water that is retained in your body. [Special Note from Doctor] During this stage you may experience premenstrual tension: depression, irritability, agitation, anxiety, headache, lack of concentration and neglect of social activities; your body may experience breast swelling, abdominal distension and edema in the limbs. To relieve this discomfort, during this phase you need to take care to consume less salt-heavy foods and more soy products, grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, which will help to maintain a stable internal environment in your body. In addition, this is a time of increased vaginal acidity and a high risk of fungal growth, so you must be careful to prevent fungal infections, for example by wearing comfortable cotton underwear.