Asking about menstrual bleeding

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Asking about menstrual bleeding

Unread post by Josteph »

Hello, good afternoon. I have few questions about menstrual blood flow.

Is it normal to have heavy flow blood until it touch the underwear on her first day? For context i dont know if it affects the period, but she was abroad for 4 months and she loss weights. 3 weeks ago, she went back to her home country and starting to eat more than before (outside of the country) i think she gained more weight now.

Sorry for the bad english, have a good day
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Re: Asking about menstrual bleeding

Unread post by Latha »

Hi there, Josteph! Don't worry about your language, it is good. I can understand you, and if we don't understand, we'll just ask for clarification.

Stress, and weight/dietary changes can impact someone's periods, but having heavier flow/some leakage isn't that unusual, and most probably isn't something to be worried about. The body isn't a machine, so some variability is to be expected.

If I may ask, have you talked to this person about your concerns? She must know her body best — was she worried about this change?
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Re: Asking about menstrual bleeding

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Yeah i did, she said she’s not that worried but she said the flow wasnt this heavy thats why i concern and i decided to ask you about this for more educational information rather than finding it on google without any certified from doctor right?
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Re: Asking about menstrual bleeding

Unread post by Sofi »

Makes sense! As Veda stated, though, heavier blood flow shouldn't be a concern on its own. It's normal for there to be variation due to different factors. :)
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