What to eat for heavy menstruation to replenish blood and qi
Disease description:
I am a 24-year-old female who has noticed that my menstrual flow has been increasing over the past few months. Due to lack of knowledge, I don't know what health problems excessive menstruation might cause. What should I eat to replenish blood and vital energy when I have heavy periods?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
Women with heavy menstrual bleeding can take ferrous sulfate, ferrous succinate, or polysaccharide-iron complex under a doctor's guidance, and may combine these with iron supplements or oral hematinics to correct anemia. It is also important to identify the underlying causes of excessive menstruation, such as uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, or dysfunctional uterine bleeding. While treating the anemia, the condition causing the heavy menstrual flow should also be addressed to resolve the issue at its root. Additionally, during non-menstrual periods, women may take donkey-hide gelatin (Ajiao) as directed by a physician to replenish qi and blood. However, Ajiao should absolutely be avoided during menstruation, as it may easily exacerbate heavy bleeding.
