17/09/2024
🔥🔥Knowing about menstrual cycle is essential for promoting physical, emotional and social well-being. It helps the girl child take control of their bodies, make informed decisions and become confident.
The Menstrual Cycle: A Breakdown
Phase 1: Menstruation (Days 1-5)
- Hormones: Estrogen and progesterone levels drop
- Symptoms: Cramps, bloating, mood swings
- What's happening: Uterine lining sheds, preparing for a new cycle
Phase 2: Follicular Phase (Days 6-14)
- Hormones: Estrogen levels rise, stimulating follicle growth
- Symptoms: Increased energy, improved mood
- What's happening: Follicles produce eggs, preparing for ovulation
Phase 3: Ovulation (Day 14)
- Hormones: Estrogen levels peak, triggering ovulation
- Symptoms: Increased cervical mucus, heightened senses
- What's happening: Egg released from the o***y, traveling through the fallopian tube
Phase 4: Luteal Phase (Days 15-28)
- Hormones: Progesterone levels rise, preparing the uterine lining
- Symptoms: Breast tenderness, mood swings
- What's happening: Uterine lining thickens, preparing for a fertilized egg
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