Hello and welcome to my blog dear readers. Today, we delve into a topic close to the hearts of many women in the #loh community, which will also be my entry for #155 loh contest. We all know that women go through various phases in life that bring about hormonal imbalances, affecting both our physical and mental well-being. From monthly menstruation to pregnancy and menopause, these sensitive times require special care.
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Let's start with my personal journey. In my early years, when I embarked on my menstrual journey, I found myself reaching for pain relief pills almost every month. The excruciating pain and discomfort that accompanied my periods were often unbearable. However, one particular month changed the way I managed this pain forever.
I found myself in a remote village while volunteering for an NGO when my period unexpectedly arrived. It was the middle of the night, and there were no pills in sight. The familiar agony set in, and I was writhing in pain. Concerned volunteers suggested I try drinking boiled water. Skeptical but desperate, I obliged. To my surprise, within minutes, the pain began to subside, and I was able to get some much-needed rest. Since that night, I abandoned painkillers in favor of boiled water, a simple remedy that has proved remarkably effective for me.
Fast forward to about three years ago, a week after my monthly cycle, I noticed an unusual occurrence, a sudden flow. Initially, I dismissed it as a minor inconvenience, but it quickly escalated into a relentless and heavy bleeding episode. I found myself changing sanitary pads every 2 to 3 hours, and my weakness became debilitating. This was uncharted territory for me, and I grew increasingly concerned.
I decided to seek medical advice, and my doctor began by asking if I had taken pregnancy prevention pills or undergone an abortion, both of which I hadn't. Following a series of tests and a scan, the diagnosis revealed hormonal imbalance, a term unfamiliar to me until that moment. My doctor assured me that it was a random issue that could happen to any woman.
To address the issue, I was put on a regimen of injections and medications to control the bleeding. After about eight days of treatment, the bleeding ceased. I was then advised to incorporate supplements such as multivitamins, folic acid, B-complex, and cod liver oil into my routine to aid in recovery.
This journey was one I never wished to repeat, as it left me constantly anxious about what might happen next. However, I am immensely grateful for the unwavering support of my parents, sister, and a dear friend who stood by my side throughout the one-month and 18-days worrisome period.
Thank you for joining me on this journey. Stay tuned for more in my next post.
