Friday, 20 May 2022 – 07:32 WIB
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VIVA – Menstruation is bleeding that comes out of the uterus due to the shedding of the uterine lining that occurs cyclically or periodically in the cycle that contains ovulation (rupture of the egg). Menstruation is a marker of the functioning of a person’s reproductive system woman.
Each month, under the influence of hormones regulated by the brain, the ovaries will produce one mature egg which will later burst.
During this process, hormones will be produced that cause thickening of the uterine wall, so that if fertilization occurs by sperm, the uterus will be ready to receive the products of conception. However, if it is not fertilized, the uterine lining will shed and menstruation will occur.
“If ovulation occurs and the egg is not fertilized, the lining of the uterus will then shed and be expelled through the vagina and this process is known as menstruation,” said Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist, Dr. Joan Meutia Sari Sp.OG., while live on Instagram. Siloam friendsrecently.
Illustration of menstruation/menstruation/pads.
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Doctor Joan added, menarche or bleeding menstruation The first time in a woman occurs on average at the age of 9-12 years. However, this is also influenced by genetic factors and environmental factors such as nutritional status and food intake.
“If menstruation does not come at the age of 14 years and there are no signs of secondary sex (breast or hair does not grow) it is advisable to see a doctor. However, if there are signs of secondary sex, it can be waited up to 16 years,” he said.
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