Normal periods come every 28 days during which women feel pain due to cramps, discomfort and even weird cravings. Photo/ standardmedia.co.ke
Women hate monthly periods. However, there is nothing they can do about this situation in the life cycle. Periods come in a cycle every month depending with different factors in women. Normal periods come every 28 days during which women feel pain due to cramps, discomfort and even weird cravings. Here are things young girls need to know about periods:Its normal to have some odor during or after periodsSometimes it is normal to have a little stingy smell during or even after your periods. This should never frighten young girls as it is due to changes in vaginal pH levels causing this silly smell. Take note that the smell doesn’t last for long. Girls are therefore encouraged to safely clean their genitals for a fresher smell. A missing period isn’t always a sign of pregnancyWomen understand that you only miss periods when you are pregnant. This is not true, as many factors can cause a lady to miss her periods. Factors such as stress, weight changes, extreme diet and even health problems can lead to missing periods.Beat cramps by taking painkillers before periods startSome ladies experience severe cramps, while others experience minor cramps. All the same, the best way to beat these cramps is by taking anti-inflammatory medications some hours or a day before your periods. This will help reduce or even block production of prostaglandins which causes cramp pains. Its normal to have irregular periodsIt should never concern you when you have wonky periods every month. Sometimes, things like stress, medications and even personal health can cause your periods to vary. However, if your periods are always irregular every now and then, consider seeing a doctor. During periods you will have more craving for sexYoung girls should know that sometimes during their monthly periods they will be more tempted to have sex. This should never worry you, as it will be due to less production of hormone progesterone which is known to regulate a woman’s libido. Less progesterone in the body will make ladies likelier to crave for sex during this time.