Is two days of withdrawal bleeding considered menstruation?

Is two days of withdrawal bleeding considered menstruation?

1. Withdrawal bleeding for two days is generally not menstruation. This phenomenon is usually caused by taking contraceptives or estrogen-progesterone combination preparations and other drugs. Vaginal bleeding after stopping the medication is medically called withdrawal bleeding.

2. Under normal circumstances, if the patient takes birth control pills, the endometrium will change. Since birth control pills contain a high content of progesterone, taking them may cause the endometrium to thicken. However, after stopping the medication, the hormone level in the body will slowly decrease, and the endometrium will peel off and bleed, leading to vaginal bleeding, which is generally called withdrawal bleeding in clinical practice. When this phenomenon occurs, it is not menstruation, because the bleeding time is short and the amount of bleeding is small, and it usually disappears gradually in about 3 days.

3. It is recommended to develop good living habits. When this phenomenon occurs, we must pay attention to personal hygiene, avoid unclean sex, and change underwear frequently. Pay attention to a balanced diet and nutrition, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and try to eat less spicy and stimulating food. Keep warm when going out, participate in more outdoor activities, maintain a good attitude, and avoid staying up late for a long time.