Why do I feel thirsty during my period?
Disease description:
My menstrual flow this time is very light and dark in color, and I'm extremely thirsty. Many women experience "heatiness" during their periods, such as mouth ulcers or acne breakouts. Although these heat-related symptoms may ease after menstruation, they tend to recur with each new cycle, which can be quite frustrating. So, what causes excessive thirst during menstruation?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
It is a normal physiological phenomenon for women to experience thirst before and after menstruation. Menstruation causes the body to lose a significant amount of blood, which carries away considerable bodily fluids and leads to dehydration, resulting in symptoms such as thirst. Thirst before menstruation occurs as the body's way of storing water in advance to prevent dehydration caused by fluid loss during the menstrual period. Most women feel thirsty before or during their periods. It is recommended to replenish fluids promptly by drinking plenty of water, getting adequate rest, maintaining a balanced diet, increasing nutritional intake, and building sufficient energy reserves to avoid malnutrition and physical weakness during menstruation. Women are advised to drink more brown sugar water during their period or just before it begins, as this can effectively restore energy and help with hydration.
