Beyond the taboo: A Bold Exploration of Menstruation and Women's Health

By Deema August

Beyond the Taboo: A Bold Exploration of Menstruation and Women's Health
Menstruation is a natural and normal bodily process that occurs in women of reproductive age. It is the shedding of the lining of the uterus, also known as the endometrium, which occurs approximately every 28 days. Menstruation is often referred to as a "period" and is accompanied by bleeding from the vagina.

The menstrual cycle is controlled by a complex interplay of hormones, specifically estrogen and progesterone. The cycle begins on the first day of menstruation, and it is divided into three phases: the menstrual phase, the follicular phase, and the luteal phase.

The menstrual phase, also known as the shedding phase, is the first phase of the menstrual cycle. It typically lasts between 3-7 days and is characterized by the shedding of the endometrium, which leads to bleeding from the vagina. The menstrual phase is triggered by a decrease in the levels of estrogen and progesterone in the body, which causes the lining of the uterus to break down and be shed.

The follicular phase is the second phase of the menstrual cycle and typically lasts around 14 days. During this phase, the body is preparing for ovulation. The ovaries produce follicles, which contain immature eggs. One of these eggs will mature and be released from the ovary during ovulation. The production of estrogen increases during this phase, which causes the endometrium to thicken in preparation for possible pregnancy.

The luteal phase is the final phase of the menstrual cycle and typically lasts around 14 days. This phase begins after ovulation and is characterized by the production of progesterone by the ovaries. The increased levels of progesterone cause the endometrium to further thicken and prepare for pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur, the endometrium will break down and be shed, leading to the next menstrual phase.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BTDR8GY2
• ISBN13: 9798375267531
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 34 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"