Does exercise prolong menstruation?

Many people say that vigorous, continuous exercise during menstruation causes heavy bleeding, prolonged menstruation, and fatigue, is that right? (Ly, 22 years old, Hanoi ).

Reply:

During menstruation, many uncomfortable symptoms can occur such as lower abdominal pain, back pain, bloating, cramps... Therefore, women are reluctant to move or exercise.

Many people also believe that vigorous exercise causes heavy menstrual bleeding and prolonged periods. People with anemia are also reluctant to exercise for fear of losing strength and fatigue. This notion is completely wrong.

In fact, exercise does not have a negative impact on overall health if the exercises are suitable for your condition. Exercise helps red blood cells move more effectively to muscle tissue, increasing the supply of oxygen to the muscles.

When exercising, more endorphins are produced, creating positive emotions, improving mood, reducing pain and improving sleep, promoting the body's metabolism during menstruation. Exercise helps reduce cramps and avoid feelings of bloating and indigestion.

You should maintain the intensity of your workout to suit your overall health. Provide energy and drink enough water for your body during the workout. To avoid overflowing sanitary napkins during exercise, you can use a new sanitary napkin with the appropriate thickness and length. Keep your mind relaxed to avoid stress and anxiety.

If you experience any unusual symptoms or feel too tired, you should stop exercising and rest properly.

Dr. Pham Minh Ngoc
Deputy Director of Hanoi Center for Gender Medicine, Hanoi Andrology and Infertility Hospital

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