A woman's body is said to be susceptible to the rhythm of the moon, temperature differences, and changes in the environment. Have you ever felt a headache, feeling tired, or not feeling well?

Therefore, we will talk to Dr. Hanako Shimizu, director of Tama Center Ladies Clinic, about the causes and solutions, with the theme of troubles related to women's bodies, and deliver them in a total of three series.
The first theme is "female hormones".

“Two female hormones” that create the rhythm of the moon

“Female hormones include estrogen (follicle hormone) and progesterone (luteinizing hormone), and a woman’s body and mind are greatly influenced by the balance between these two hormones,” says Dr. Shimizu.

"Estrogen is commonly known as the 'hormone of beauty' that maintains a feminine body and stabilizes the mind. In addition to stabilizing the autonomic nerves, it also promotes the production of collagen to clean the skin and give the hair luster. It's a hormone that controls women's health and beauty."
Estrogen gradually increases with the onset of menstruation and gradually decreases after ovulation.
“On the other hand, progesterone is a hormone that plays an essential role in pregnancy. However, it also has the effect of accumulating water and promoting the secretion of sebum, which can lead to discomfort such as swelling and constipation, as well as skin problems. can also affect you, making you more likely to become irritable and depressed.”
Progesterone levels begin to rise after ovulation and taper off before menstruation. Many people feel unwell before menstruation because they are affected by this progesterone.

"Women's bodies are very delicate, such as feeling unwell due to the rhythm of the moon and suffering from menstrual cramps during menstruation. Furthermore, these two female hormones are in balance depending on the environment, stress, and unhealthy eating habits. It tends to collapse and the amount of secretion changes.

How to spend a bad time... what should I do?

In order to get along well with the rhythm of female hormones, the key is how you spend your time when you are not feeling well.
“During the luteal phase (from ovulation to before menstruation, when proprogesterone is dominant), circulation in the body tends to be stagnant and the autonomic nervous system tends to be disturbed. First of all, lead a regular life. Please prepare yourself. It is also important to get a good night's sleep."

And what I really want to do is skin care.
“Your skin is producing more oil than usual, and your pores are more likely to clog. Wash your face properly to keep your skin clean. It is important to moisturize properly afterwards.

Food also has a point. “This is the time when sebum is more likely to be produced, so try to eat a well-balanced diet that avoids fatty foods such as fried foods. It is also recommended to take vitamin C, which regulates the condition of health and beauty.”

It is also important not to be too patient

"Every person's symptoms are different. If it's too hard, or if you take painkillers and your menstrual cramps don't go away, it's recommended that you visit a hospital as soon as possible. It's possible," Shimizu said.

The pill is an oral contraceptive that contains two female hormones, and works to keep a constant amount by suppressing the increase and decrease of the secretion of female hormones. Estrogen "peak" after menstruation and progesterone "peak" after ovulation disappear, and the amount of secretion of both becomes flat.

“Although it is often thought of as a contraceptive drug because it stops ovulation, it also has the effect of relieving menstrual cramps and PMS (premenstrual syndrome), as well as regulating hormonal balance. Many people’s hormonal balance stabilizes around the age of 20. Therefore, I often prescribe it to middle and high school students who suffer from menstrual cramps or irregular menstruation.It is also recommended for adults who have trouble with their uterus.”

What worries me is the combination of pills and supplements. Will it affect my body?
“This is a question that is often asked at the clinic, but I don’t think it is a problem.
The nutrients that the body needs are likely to be consumed even when the body is stressed to endure discomfort or pain, so it is better to actively supplement them. ”

summary

In recent years, as femtech has gained momentum, it has become a society where it is easy to consult about women's unique concerns. However, there may still be many people who are hesitant because of too much personal worries.
As Dr. Shimizu said, the more trouble you have, the better to rely on experts.
I felt a sense of reassurance that even simple questions that I hesitated to ask were taken for granted by experts.
Facing your own body will become an indispensable habit for women who are active in today's stressful society.



Ms. Hanako Shimizu
Director of Tama Center Ladies Clinic. Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist/Preceptor, Certified Cancer Treatment Doctor, Gynecologic Oncologist. She sincerely faces the wide-ranging problems of women, not only of age, but also of each individual, and strives to diagnose and treat more women so that they can lead a comfortable life.

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