Haid And Bleeding Pain Exceeds To Be A Sign Of Reproduction Problems To Watch Out For

JAKARTA - Obstetrician and Gynecology Specialist Subspecisialis Fertility Endocrinology Reproduction dr. Boy Abidin, SpOG, Subsp. FER, revealed that many women are still normalizing and consider it taboo to discuss issues related to menstrual pain and Heavy Menstruation (PMB) due to stigma and misinformation.

In fact, these two problems can be serious reproductive problems and have a significant impact in the future.

"Access to accurate and easy-to-understand information regarding the reproductive health of women must continue to be improved," said dr. Boy at a media meeting in Jakarta, as quoted by ANTARA.

Dr. Boy, who is a graduate of Padjadjaran University, stated that many women in Indonesia are reluctant or embarrassed to talk about problems around menstruation or reproductive disorders that could have an impact on their health in the future. Problems such as menstrual pain and PMB, according to him, can trigger anemia and reduce the quality of women's life.

Regarding PMB, she explained that one in three women experienced this, which was marked by menstrual bleeding that lasted more than seven days or blood volume that exceeded the normal limit.

In addition to these two problems, other reproductive disorders that are often diagnosed late are endometrosis. This disease, said dr. Boy, has affected about one in nine women of globally productive age. Unfortunately, endometrosis is often diagnosed late due to lack of awareness and knowledge among women.

"Normalization of conditions that shouldn't be normal is a stigma that needs to be changed. Even though every woman has a different menstrual experience, there are normal limits that need to be understood," he said.

According to dr. Boy, the average normal menstrual cycle lasts for 28 days, but the period between 21 to 35 days is still considered normal. Regarding the amount of blood that comes out, it usually ranges from 3 to 5 sanitary napkins or about 80 cc per day. If the number exceeds that limit, then it is already categorized as abnormal and needs immediate treatment.

"Nyeri during menstruation can also be an early sign of endometrosis, which is often not detected," he added.

In dealing with this problem, dr. Boy emphasized that a precise understanding of reproductive health is very important not only for a faster diagnosis, but also in making appropriate decisions regarding contraception. He explained that modern contraception, such as birth control pills or hormonal IUD, not only serves to prevent pregnancy but can also be used as a therapy for reproductive problems, such as PMB and menstrual disorders.

The correct knowledge of reproductive health is very important. With the right information, women can better understand their bodies and be better prepared to face early diagnosis and treatment," he said, who also practices at Mitra Keluarga Kelapa Gading Hospital.