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Hormones run our bodies and the menstrual cycle is not different. They control the when an egg is released (ovulation) and when the lining of the uterus is shed (menstruation). Menstruation is necessary for reproduction and is considered the hallmark beginning of the reproductive years of women. When young women begin their periods the time is called menses and at the end of a woman’s child bearing years the period is called menopause. Many times women have questions about what is normal and what isn’t in their menstrual cycles. Sometimes, when trying to get pregnant women aren’t sure what is happening with their bodies, when they are fertile or if there is a time of the month that is more fertile than others. All women should have a basic knowledge of what is happening in their bodies to help their physician diagnose any problems if they come up. Your menstrual cycles are actually counted from the start of your bleeding of one cycle to the 1st day of bleeding of the next NOT from the ...

Menorrhagia is the medical term used to describe the condition in which there is heavy menstruation. Interestingly this is a symptom of an underlying problem but not the problem itself. There can be many underlying causes of excessive bleeding for women. A gynecologist, physician who specializes in the reproductive health of women, should be consulted to diagnose the problem. Diagnosis of irregular menstruation relies on several methods. The doctor will take a comprehensive history that will include questions such as: the age she started her period (menarche), how long the period lasts (days), how many days there are between periods, any recent changes in her normal monthly schedule, if she is sexually active, the date of the last pelvic exam, if she is pregnant or was recently pregnant, and if she is on birth control pills and what kind. The doctor may also ask the patient to keep a calendar of her bleeding history to keep track of any pain during the month, length of her periods, ble...

Share Menstrual calendars are another part of keeping an overall health calendar that is important for women who want to know more about how their bodies are working, are trying to get pregnant or have been having menstrual problems. Keeping a calendar of your period will help your doctor to diagnose any problems and help you keep track of your normal cycles. You will be better able to avoid accidents, plan for a pregnancy, manage suspected menstrual problems and keep track of your emotional changes. In adults menstrual cycles are between 24 and 35 days but in the teen years and during menopause cycle days can be very irregular. A good rule of thumb though is that cycles shouldnt be closer than 3 weeks (21 days) and bleeding shouldnt last longer than 8 days. Your menstrual cycle calendar will help you chart these events and determine if a visit to the doctor is warranted. Your menstrual calendar should include a couple of important pieces of information the day of the month that you st...