Period
What is menstruation?
Menstruation, also called a period, is normal vaginal bleeding that happens as part of the monthly cycle in women and girls. Every month, the body prepares for pregnancy. If pregnancy does not happen, the uterus (womb) sheds its lining. This blood and tissue leave the body through the vagina.
What is the menstrual cycle?The menstrual cycle is the monthly process the body goes through to prepare for pregnancy. It is counted from the first day of one period to the first day of the next. Most menstrual cycles last about 28 days, but cycles can be shorter or longer and still be normal.
When will my period start?Most girls start having a period between ages 9 and 15, but some may start earlier or later. A period usually lasts three to seven days and can be light or heavy. It may take a few years to become regular.
Your period may change during times that affect hormones, such as after childbirth or while breastfeeding. Periods usually continue until menopause, which most often happens between ages 45 and 55.
What are the symptoms of menstruation?In addition to vaginal bleeding, you may have:
- Cramping pain in the lower abdomen (belly) or pelvis
- Lower back pain
- Bloating
- Sore breasts
- Food cravings
- Mood swings or irritability
- Headaches or fatigue
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of physical and emotional symptoms that can happen in the days before a period starts. Many women have some PMS symptoms, which usually go away after their period begins.
Many women and girls use menstrual products such as pads, tampons, menstrual cups, or period underwear to manage bleeding during their period. Changing or cleaning these products often helps you stay comfortable and clean.
What are menstrual irregularities?Menstrual irregularities are changes in the usual menstrual cycle. These may include missed periods, irregular periods, or heavy bleeding. Common menstrual irregularities include:
- Amenorrhea means not having a period.
- Oligomenorrhea means having periods that happen less often.
- Menorrhagia means very heavy menstrual bleeding.
- Prolonged menstrual bleeding occurs when periods regularly last longer than 8 days.
- Dysmenorrhea refers to painful periods that may include severe cramps.
Keep track of your period each month. This can help you understand your usual cycle, know when to expect your next period, and notice changes.
Talk with your health care provider if you notice major changes in your menstrual cycle, very heavy bleeding, or severe pain. These may be signs of other health problems that need treatment.
NIH: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
Period FDA Approved Drugs
BUTRANS [BuprenorphineC29H41NO4]
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- Management of pain severe enough to require daily, around-the-clock, long-term opioid treatment and for which alternative treatment options are inadequate..
- The management of moderate to severe chronic pain in patients requiring a continuous, around-the-clock opioid analgesic for an extended period of time.
WARNING: Consult a licensed physician in the appropriate field for medical treatment and drug prescription. Do not self medicate.
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Home Remedies for Period
PMS [Premenstrual Syndrome]
Eat more nuts, such as almonds, as your period approaches.
Mechanism - Riboflavins boosts neurotransmitters that reduce PMS symptomsFedup | November 5th, 2017
Eat more nuts, such as almonds, as your period approaches.
Mechanism - Riboflavins boosts neurotransmitters that reduce PMS symptomsFedup | November 5th, 2017
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION - ED [impotence]
The most popular pharmaceutical remedy for ED are Cialis (tadalafil) or Viagra (sildenafil). Both are phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors for treating impotence. Other drugs to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) include Stendra, Staxyn and Levitra.
Erectile dysfunction can be a symptom of a serious health problem. Consult a physician if you are experiencing impotence over a long period.
Mechanism - phosphodiesterase-5 PDE5 inhibitorsMaryFreeman | May 15th, 2020
The most popular pharmaceutical remedy for ED are Cialis (tadalafil) or Viagra (sildenafil). Both are phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) inhibitors for treating impotence. Other drugs to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) include Stendra, Staxyn and Levitra.
Erectile dysfunction can be a symptom of a serious health problem. Consult a physician if you are experiencing impotence over a long period.
Mechanism - phosphodiesterase-5 PDE5 inhibitorsMaryFreeman | May 15th, 2020
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Felter's Materia Medica on Period
AMYLUM
The fecula or starch of the seed of Zea Mays, Linné (Nat. Ord. Gramineae). (Formula: C6 H10 05). Common Name: Corn... / ...od contributing to the production of animalheat, and when consumed in too large quantities for long periods increases fat and gives rise to flatulence and gastric acidity. Under the same conditions it... / ...Diluted starch paste may be used as a lenitive after other forms of irritant poisoning, and as a mucilage for the administration of medicines. 1
The fecula or starch of the seed of Zea Mays, Linné (Nat. Ord. Gramineae). (Formula: C6 H10 05). Common Name: Corn... / ...od contributing to the production of animalheat, and when consumed in too large quantities for long periods increases fat and gives rise to flatulence and gastric acidity. Under the same conditions it... / ...Diluted starch paste may be used as a lenitive after other forms of irritant poisoning, and as a mucilage for the administration of medicines. 1
BOLETUS
The fungus Polyporus officinalis, Fries (Boletus laricis, jacquin). (Nat. Ord. Fungi.) Asia, Eastern Europe, and Central America. Common Names:... / ...emarkable for the high per cent (79) of resins it contains. It is a decided nerve stimulant and antiperiodic. Boletus is but little used, but occasionally will be needed in irregular intermittents, no... / ...is one of the most effectual of antihydrotics. In 113 grain doses it controls the thirst, cough, and the excessive sweating of consumptives.1
The fungus Polyporus officinalis, Fries (Boletus laricis, jacquin). (Nat. Ord. Fungi.) Asia, Eastern Europe, and Central America. Common Names:... / ...emarkable for the high per cent (79) of resins it contains. It is a decided nerve stimulant and antiperiodic. Boletus is but little used, but occasionally will be needed in irregular intermittents, no... / ...is one of the most effectual of antihydrotics. In 113 grain doses it controls the thirst, cough, and the excessive sweating of consumptives.1
BRYONIA
The root of Bryonia dioica, Jacquin, and Bryonia alba, Linné (Nat. Ord. Cucurbitaceae.) Europe. Common Names: Bryony, Bastard Turnip, Devil's... / ...isordered circulation. After the acute symptoms have subsided, it may be continued alone for a long period, to prevent, or to absorb, effusion. In these cases the apathy observed in the febrile diseas... / ...its origin in irritation or erethism. Tensive or sharp pains are almost always present, and the secretion, if there is any, is small in quantit1
The root of Bryonia dioica, Jacquin, and Bryonia alba, Linné (Nat. Ord. Cucurbitaceae.) Europe. Common Names: Bryony, Bastard Turnip, Devil's... / ...isordered circulation. After the acute symptoms have subsided, it may be continued alone for a long period, to prevent, or to absorb, effusion. In these cases the apathy observed in the febrile diseas... / ...its origin in irritation or erethism. Tensive or sharp pains are almost always present, and the secretion, if there is any, is small in quantit1
CALUMBA (Jateorhiza palmata)JAPA2
The root of Jateorhiza palmata (Lamarck), Miers (Nat. Ord. Menispermaceae). A climbing perennial, the Kalumb of the Southeast coast of Africa.... / ...ion. On account of the action upon the flow of mucus they should not be administered for too long a period lest gastric irritability and consequent impaired digestion result. Therapy.—The least irrit... / ...local action, and indirectly, by favoring better digestion, the quality of the blood is improved, hence its value in anemia during convalescence.1
The root of Jateorhiza palmata (Lamarck), Miers (Nat. Ord. Menispermaceae). A climbing perennial, the Kalumb of the Southeast coast of Africa.... / ...ion. On account of the action upon the flow of mucus they should not be administered for too long a period lest gastric irritability and consequent impaired digestion result. Therapy.—The least irrit... / ...local action, and indirectly, by favoring better digestion, the quality of the blood is improved, hence its value in anemia during convalescence.1
CAMPHORA
A stearopten (having the nature of a ketone) derived from Cinnamomum Camphora. (Linné), Nees et Ebermeier (Nat. Ord. Lauraceae). China and... / ... may pass directly into drowsiness, insensibility, and stupor, followed by death. If taken for long periods, even in moderate doses, camphor gives rise to a state of mental confusion. Opium and repeat... / ...due to gaseous distention of the stomach, or to nervous irritability. In occipital headache, from mental strain, or overstudy, small doses of 1
A stearopten (having the nature of a ketone) derived from Cinnamomum Camphora. (Linné), Nees et Ebermeier (Nat. Ord. Lauraceae). China and... / ... may pass directly into drowsiness, insensibility, and stupor, followed by death. If taken for long periods, even in moderate doses, camphor gives rise to a state of mental confusion. Opium and repeat... / ...due to gaseous distention of the stomach, or to nervous irritability. In occipital headache, from mental strain, or overstudy, small doses of 1
CANNABIS
The dried flowering tops of the female plant of Cannabis sativa, Linné, or the variety indica, Lamarck (Nat. Ord. Cannabinaceae). Asia, East... / ...cturition, with tenesmus; scalding urine; ardor urinae; wakefulness in fevers; insomnia, with brief periods of sleep, disturbed by unpleasant dreams; spasmodic and painful conditions, with depression;... / ...of the urino-genital tract and relieves pain. For the first condition it is invaluable in more or less painful conditions in which opium see1
The dried flowering tops of the female plant of Cannabis sativa, Linné, or the variety indica, Lamarck (Nat. Ord. Cannabinaceae). Asia, East... / ...cturition, with tenesmus; scalding urine; ardor urinae; wakefulness in fevers; insomnia, with brief periods of sleep, disturbed by unpleasant dreams; spasmodic and painful conditions, with depression;... / ...of the urino-genital tract and relieves pain. For the first condition it is invaluable in more or less painful conditions in which opium see1
CINCHONACINCH
...sometimes wrongly called “Huxham's Tincture of Bark”. Dose, 5 to 60 drops. Specific Indications.—Periodicity and, like quinine, effective when the pulse is soft and open, the tongue moist and clean...... has been thought necessary upon suppurating and sloughing felons. Internal. Cinchona is tonic, antiperiodic, slightly astringent, and mildly antiseptic. In small doses it is a good stomachic, but mus......rders. Cinchona may be used in preference to its alkaloids when a tonic effect only is required and periodicity is lacking, or after hemorrhages or exhaustive discharges, as in empyema, or when an ast...1
...sometimes wrongly called “Huxham's Tincture of Bark”. Dose, 5 to 60 drops. Specific Indications.—Periodicity and, like quinine, effective when the pulse is soft and open, the tongue moist and clean...... has been thought necessary upon suppurating and sloughing felons. Internal. Cinchona is tonic, antiperiodic, slightly astringent, and mildly antiseptic. In small doses it is a good stomachic, but mus......rders. Cinchona may be used in preference to its alkaloids when a tonic effect only is required and periodicity is lacking, or after hemorrhages or exhaustive discharges, as in empyema, or when an ast...1
CINNAMOMUM
I. Cinnamomum Saigonicum. Dried bark of an undetermined species of Cinnamomum. Chiefly from China. II. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum. Dried bark of... / ...the flavor. Even cinnamon can be overdone, however. It should not be added day after day for a long period lest the stomach revolt and the taste recoil. Nor should much be put in mixtures for little c...1
I. Cinnamomum Saigonicum. Dried bark of an undetermined species of Cinnamomum. Chiefly from China. II. Cinnamomum Zeylanicum. Dried bark of... / ...the flavor. Even cinnamon can be overdone, however. It should not be added day after day for a long period lest the stomach revolt and the taste recoil. Nor should much be put in mixtures for little c...1
COCAERYTH5
... to be used with great circumspection. In nervous debility it may be carefully employed for a brief period, especially in convalescence from exhausting fevers and other diseases in which a persistent......gestion, headache from exhaustion, and in migraine. In all of these it should be used for but short periods, and any symptoms of cocainism should be a warning to cease its administration. The fluid me...1
... to be used with great circumspection. In nervous debility it may be carefully employed for a brief period, especially in convalescence from exhausting fevers and other diseases in which a persistent......gestion, headache from exhaustion, and in migraine. In all of these it should be used for but short periods, and any symptoms of cocainism should be a warning to cease its administration. The fluid me...1
COLCHICUMCOLCH
The dried (I) root and (II) seed of Colchicum autumnale, Linné (Nat. Ord. Liliaceae.) England and other parts of Europe. Dose, Corm, 1 to 5... / ...s after failure with the usual antirheumatics, in cases where pain persisted in one part for longer periods than usual, in acute articular rheumatism with but little fever. These cases resembled gonor...1
The dried (I) root and (II) seed of Colchicum autumnale, Linné (Nat. Ord. Liliaceae.) England and other parts of Europe. Dose, Corm, 1 to 5... / ...s after failure with the usual antirheumatics, in cases where pain persisted in one part for longer periods than usual, in acute articular rheumatism with but little fever. These cases resembled gonor...1
CONIUM
The full grown fruit, gathered green, of Conium maculatum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Umbelliferae). Europe and Asia; naturalized in the United States. Common Names: Hemlock, Poison Hemlock, Spotted... / ... pain even when a cure is not possible. It relieves the pain of swollen mammae during the menstrual periods a1
The full grown fruit, gathered green, of Conium maculatum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Umbelliferae). Europe and Asia; naturalized in the United States. Common Names: Hemlock, Poison Hemlock, Spotted... / ... pain even when a cure is not possible. It relieves the pain of swollen mammae during the menstrual periods a1
CORNUSCOAC
...—Specific Medicine Cornus. Dose, 1 to 60 drops. Action and Therapy.—Cornus is tonic and feebly antiperiodic. In times of scarcity it has been used in lieu of cinchona, or when cinchona or quinine is ......or quinine is not tolerated. Its tonic properties may be utilized after fevers, particularly of the periodic type; and it is said to be useful in headache from quinine, pyrosis, and general exhaustion...1
...—Specific Medicine Cornus. Dose, 1 to 60 drops. Action and Therapy.—Cornus is tonic and feebly antiperiodic. In times of scarcity it has been used in lieu of cinchona, or when cinchona or quinine is ......or quinine is not tolerated. Its tonic properties may be utilized after fevers, particularly of the periodic type; and it is said to be useful in headache from quinine, pyrosis, and general exhaustion...1
CUBEBA
The unripe, full-grown fruits of Piper Cubeba, Linné, fil. (Nat. Ord. Piperaceae.) Java, Borneo, Sumatra, Prince of Wales Island, and other isles... / ...ral scalding sensations frequently experienced by women upon urinating, especially at the menstrual period, is greatly relieved by it, as is irritation and burning of the vulva. In these cases there i... / ...and hay fever. Care must be had not to blister the roof of the mouth, an untoward effect that is produced by the oil in a good quality of cubeba.1
The unripe, full-grown fruits of Piper Cubeba, Linné, fil. (Nat. Ord. Piperaceae.) Java, Borneo, Sumatra, Prince of Wales Island, and other isles... / ...ral scalding sensations frequently experienced by women upon urinating, especially at the menstrual period, is greatly relieved by it, as is irritation and burning of the vulva. In these cases there i... / ...and hay fever. Care must be had not to blister the roof of the mouth, an untoward effect that is produced by the oil in a good quality of cubeba.1
DIGITALIS
The leaves of Digitalis purpurea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Scrophulariaceae), carefully dried and preserved away from light, in close containers. Europe;... / ...nd stage is sometimes absent. It takes place when the drug is given in overdose or for a continuous period without rest. The pulse becomes very slow and irregular. The ventricle dilates more completel...1
The leaves of Digitalis purpurea, Linné (Nat. Ord. Scrophulariaceae), carefully dried and preserved away from light, in close containers. Europe;... / ...nd stage is sometimes absent. It takes place when the drug is given in overdose or for a continuous period without rest. The pulse becomes very slow and irregular. The ventricle dilates more completel...1
ECHINACEA
The dried root of Brauneria angustifolia, Linné (Echinacea angustifolia [DeCandolle], Heller). (Nat. Ord. Compositae.) In rich prairie soils of... / ... Sterile Water, enough to make 4 fluidounces. Mix. Apply upon sterile gauze, renewing at reasonable periods. This also makes a good mouth wash for foul breath and to remove odor and stimulate repair i... / ...cent solution to full strength echinacea or echafolta may be freely used, syringing the channels with it. This gives great relief from pain 1
The dried root of Brauneria angustifolia, Linné (Echinacea angustifolia [DeCandolle], Heller). (Nat. Ord. Compositae.) In rich prairie soils of... / ... Sterile Water, enough to make 4 fluidounces. Mix. Apply upon sterile gauze, renewing at reasonable periods. This also makes a good mouth wash for foul breath and to remove odor and stimulate repair i... / ...cent solution to full strength echinacea or echafolta may be freely used, syringing the channels with it. This gives great relief from pain 1
WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.
Physician's Materia Medica on Period
AMERICAN CENTAURY
The flowering herb of SABBATIA ANGULARIs, Pursh. A bitter tonic, used as a prophylactic against intermittent fever, having de cided anti-periodic efficiency. Otherwise used in much the same way as Columbo.2
The flowering herb of SABBATIA ANGULARIs, Pursh. A bitter tonic, used as a prophylactic against intermittent fever, having de cided anti-periodic efficiency. Otherwise used in much the same way as Columbo.2
AMMOMIUM PICRATE (Ammonium Carbazotate.)
Antiperiodic, antispasmodic. Used in whooping cough. Dose, 0.008 to 0.06 Grm. (% to 1 gr.).2
Antiperiodic, antispasmodic. Used in whooping cough. Dose, 0.008 to 0.06 Grm. (% to 1 gr.).2
ARBOR VITAE
The leafy twigs of THUJA OCCIDENTALIs, Lin. Antiperiodic, iebrifuge, emmenagogue, alterative, anthelmintlo, anti-scorbutic. Used locally as an antiseptic and stimulant wash for cancerous ul cerations; internally in malarial fevers, chronic bronchitis, scurvy and rheumatism.2
The leafy twigs of THUJA OCCIDENTALIs, Lin. Antiperiodic, iebrifuge, emmenagogue, alterative, anthelmintlo, anti-scorbutic. Used locally as an antiseptic and stimulant wash for cancerous ul cerations; internally in malarial fevers, chronic bronchitis, scurvy and rheumatism.2
ARSENIC
An active irritant poison. In small doses a powerful alterative. tonic, hematinic and antiperiodic. Prescribed in chronic cutaneous diseases, secondary syphilis, chorea, neuralgia and malarial fevers. a. Arsenous Bromide. Has been used especially in diabe tes. Dose, 0.0015 to 0.006 Grm. (1-40 to 1-10 gr.). b. Arsenous Chloride. Dose, 0.002 to 0.004 Grm. (1-30 to 1-15 am). For formulas see in Part II, Alteratives ( a) and Tonics (i). c. Arslenous iodide. Particularly useful in syphilis and obstin2
An active irritant poison. In small doses a powerful alterative. tonic, hematinic and antiperiodic. Prescribed in chronic cutaneous diseases, secondary syphilis, chorea, neuralgia and malarial fevers. a. Arsenous Bromide. Has been used especially in diabe tes. Dose, 0.0015 to 0.006 Grm. (1-40 to 1-10 gr.). b. Arsenous Chloride. Dose, 0.002 to 0.004 Grm. (1-30 to 1-15 am). For formulas see in Part II, Alteratives ( a) and Tonics (i). c. Arslenous iodide. Particularly useful in syphilis and obstin2
BARBARY BARK
Bark of stem and root of BERBERIs VULGARIs, Lin. Tonic, stomachic, cholagogue, laxative, antiperiodic. Prescribed in atonic dyspepsia, in torpor of the liver and in enlargement of the spleen.2
Bark of stem and root of BERBERIs VULGARIs, Lin. Tonic, stomachic, cholagogue, laxative, antiperiodic. Prescribed in atonic dyspepsia, in torpor of the liver and in enlargement of the spleen.2
BERBERINE (Hydrastin)
Alkaloid from GOLDEN-SEAL and some other related plants. Bit ter tonic, hepatic stimulant, antiperiodic. The Hydrochloride is the salt most used. The sulphate and phosphate have' identical proper ties, and have the advantage of being more soluble. Dose of either, 0.06 to 0.25 Grm. (1 to 4 grs.).2
Alkaloid from GOLDEN-SEAL and some other related plants. Bit ter tonic, hepatic stimulant, antiperiodic. The Hydrochloride is the salt most used. The sulphate and phosphate have' identical proper ties, and have the advantage of being more soluble. Dose of either, 0.06 to 0.25 Grm. (1 to 4 grs.).2
BITTER BUGLE-WEED
The herb of LYCorns EUnoPaUs, Lin. Bitter tonic, antiperiodic. mildly astringent. Used in chronic malarial poisoning.2
The herb of LYCorns EUnoPaUs, Lin. Bitter tonic, antiperiodic. mildly astringent. Used in chronic malarial poisoning.2
BLACK ALDER
The bark of ILBX VERTICILLATA ( L.) Gray. Astringent, bitter tonic, alterative, antiperiodic. Serviceable in cutaneous diseases, in diarrhea and all debilitated conditions; in dyspepsia combined with Golden-seal.2
The bark of ILBX VERTICILLATA ( L.) Gray. Astringent, bitter tonic, alterative, antiperiodic. Serviceable in cutaneous diseases, in diarrhea and all debilitated conditions; in dyspepsia combined with Golden-seal.2
BLACK PEPPERPINI3
The dried uuripe fruit of PIPER NIGRUM, L. Local and general stimulant and irritant, antiperiodic, stomachic, carminative. Used in malarial fevers, in flatulency and colic, etc. PI PERIN, which was formerly believed to be the active principle of the drug and prescribed in doses of 0.06 to 0.6 (1 to 10 grs.) as an antiperiodic, is new little used.2
The dried uuripe fruit of PIPER NIGRUM, L. Local and general stimulant and irritant, antiperiodic, stomachic, carminative. Used in malarial fevers, in flatulency and colic, etc. PI PERIN, which was formerly believed to be the active principle of the drug and prescribed in doses of 0.06 to 0.6 (1 to 10 grs.) as an antiperiodic, is new little used.2
BLACK WILLOWSANI
The bark, also the leaf-buds of SALIX NIGRA, Marsh. Tonic. antiperiodic, antispasmodic, sedative, especially to the sexual system. The buds especially are said to be useful in spermatorrhea.2
The bark, also the leaf-buds of SALIX NIGRA, Marsh. Tonic. antiperiodic, antispasmodic, sedative, especially to the sexual system. The buds especially are said to be useful in spermatorrhea.2
References
1) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.