What to do if you have constipation before your period

It is very normal to be constipated before menstruation. From the perspective of anorectal medicine, this symptom is premenstrual tension syndrome, so you should not be nervous. What should you do if you are constipated before menstruation? Generally, it should be solved according to the following two points. One is emotional regulation, and the other is diet regulation. By regulating the body according to these two methods, the constipation before menstruation will be solved quickly. Below I will write down the specific adjustment methods!

1. Causes of constipation before menstruation

Nine dietary principles for women during their menstrual period When menstruation is about to come, women's body and mind will experience "premenstrual syndrome" of varying degrees of severity, including restlessness, emotional instability, easy conflicts with others, swelling of the chest or abdomen, weight gain, general edema, changes in appetite, mouth ulcers, acne, headaches, etc. These symptoms usually occur ten to fourteen days before menstruation and end within twenty-four hours after the start of menstruation. The severity and onset time of the symptoms vary from person to person. In addition, women may also experience abnormal conditions such as lower abdominal pain, back pain, irregular menstruation, or difficulty controlling their periods during their menstrual period. In fact, to improve these symptoms, in addition to leading a normal life and developing exercise habits, consuming an appropriate diet according to different physical conditions can also make your menstrual period "smooth every month"!

2. Solutions to constipation before menstruation

①Drink plenty of boiled water

Drink plenty of boiled water to increase the body's water content and soften stool. You can also drink warm honey water or yogurt to enhance gastrointestinal motility.

②Improve diet structure

The second is to improve the dietary structure, actively consume fruits and vegetables rich in dietary fiber, avoid spicy and salty foods, focus on light and healthy foods, and eat more whole grains and coarse rice. You can also do moderate exercise according to your own condition for better results.

It should be noted that the female body is in a sensitive period during menstruation, and any carelessness will affect women's health. Therefore, it is not recommended to take laxatives during menstruation, as it can easily cause abdominal distension, abdominal pain, excessive menstrual bleeding, etc., which is harmful to health.

③Stretching method to eliminate constipation

Appropriate physical activity is also very helpful in relieving the symptoms of constipation during menstruation. For example, lying on your back in bed, massaging your abdomen clockwise, bending your legs, squatting and standing up, etc., can increase abdominal muscle activity, promote internal gastrointestinal motility, and help defecation.