THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE

THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE

  • Each Month a ovum is released form one ovary alternately .
  • The ovum is drawn into opening of fallopian tube.
  • Each month thickening of uterus by 1 to 5 mm which is filled by blood vessels
  • It get nourishment from lining during pregnancy.
mensuration-cycle

Menstruation irregularities

  • An abnormal or heavy menstrual flow.
  • Absence of menstruation, i.e. menstruation has  never occurred or has occurred or stopped abruptly  after a few years.
  • Scantly menstruation
  • Irregular menstrual periods; these may be due  to distress, or to illness, or to uterine or hormonal problems.

Female Menstrual Hygiene

  • Daily bath with luke warm water .
  • Menstrual fluid gives  distinctive odour when comes in contact with air
  • Washing of genital region daily with mild soap & luke warm water.
  • Diet should contain sufficient food & vegetable  to prevent constipation .
  • Sanitary napkins or tampons should be used to absorb menstrual flow.
  • From the on set of menstrual day it is advise to keep spare napkin.
  • Dysmenorrhoea.