When do you know your period is ending?

When do periods stop? Your periods will continue until you reach the menopause, which usually happens when you are in your late 40s to mid-50s. In the UK the average age of menopause is 51. Your periods may start to become less frequent over a few months or years before stopping altogether.
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What are the symptoms of your period ending?

This is when you'll have your final menstrual period. You won't know for sure it's happened until you've gone a year without one. Hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleep problems, and other symptoms are common in this stage.
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When is it considered the last day of your period?

When your health care provider asks you: “When was your last period?” The answer is the date of the first day of your last period (not the day it ended). Ex. = February 2nd. To figure out how long your cycle is, start at cycle day 1 of your last menstrual cycle and begin counting (Cycle day 1,2,3,4 and so forth).
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Does brown blood mean your period is over?

Brown blood is usually present toward the end of your cycle. As your body sheds the uterine lining in the first few days of your cycle, the blood is normally red. However, near the end of your cycle, the discharged blood is older and can be discolored.
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Does brown discharge count as a period?

Menstruation. Brown spotting is often just sign of ovulation or your actual period starting. This is totally normal and nothing to be concerned about.
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What is the brown stuff at the end of my period?

Blood turns brown when it's been sitting awhile. Brown discharge after a period is usually old or dried blood that was slow to leave your uterus. Occasionally, brown and bloody discharge could be a sign of a problem when it's accompanied by other symptoms.
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What to do after period ends?

Always wash your hands before you put in a new tampon to prevent infection. Wash your hands after you change pads or tampons. Change your pad or tampon about every 3 to 4 hours to keep the blood from soaking through your clothes. Change your tampon often to help prevent toxic shock syndrome (TSS).
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How should discharge look after period?

The color and consistency of vaginal discharge fluctuates throughout your cycle. It's typically brown right after your period is done for the month. However, it's also possible to have discharge that isn't normal, especially if you notice a yellow or green color.
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Can guys smell when a girl is on her period?

Previous studies have shown that a woman's body odor is strongest during menstruation and that men who are particularly sensitive to smells can even detect this change in her scent.
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Why does it smell after my period?

A menstrual period consists of the shedding of an unfertilized egg, blood, and uterine lining tissues. It's completely normal for this combination to have a slight odor after it exits the vagina. This is most likely related to the vaginal substance itself, but bacteria and acidity can also play a role.
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How do you flush out old period blood?

Simply mix 2 parts baking soda to 1 part cold water, then smear over the stain. Leave for 30 minutes, or until dry, then scrape off the excess with that old toothbrush.
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Why is my period blood pink?

Pink Blood

Your blood may appear pink in color at the beginning or end of your period, especially if you're spotting. This lighter shade usually means that the blood has mixed with your cervical fluid. Sometimes pink menstrual blood may indicate low estrogen levels in the body.
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What does a healthy period look like?

Fresh blood at the beginning of your period is usually bright red. A heavy flow could be darker, especially with clots. Rusty brown blood is older; what you'll typically see toward the end of the week because the air has had a chance to react with it. Pinkish is probably just a light period.
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Why is there blood when I wipe but not on my pad?

Most people notice spotting as a few drops of blood on their underwear or toilet paper when wiping. In most cases, spotting should not cause concern. Often, hormonal changes due to birth control, pregnancy, or menopause can trigger it.
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What does big blood clots in period mean?

Blood can coagulate in the uterus or vagina at any time throughout your period, just as it does to seal an open wound on your skin. Then, when it passes during menstruation, you see clots. But large clots, such as those that are bigger than a quarter, may indicate the presence of uterine fibroids.
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How often should you shower on your period?

How often should you wash your genital area during periods? Blood can offer a favorable environment for bacteria to thrive, so health care providers recommend rinsing the genital area at least twice a day — morning and evening — while on your period.
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Why is my period blood black?

You may be alarmed to see black blood, but it isn't necessarily a reason to worry. This color is related to brown blood, which is old blood. It may resemble coffee grounds. Black blood is usually blood that's taking some extra time to leave the uterus.
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What is the normal smell of Virgina?

Tangy or fermented

It's very common for vaginas to produce a tangy or sour aroma. Some compare it to the smell of fermented foods. In fact, yogurt, sourdough bread, and even some sour beer contain the same type of good bacteria that dominate most healthy vaginas: Lactobacilli.
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How come when I open my legs it smells male?

Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes excessive sweating. Men are especially vulnerable to this in the groin area due to testicles that can rub against their skin, creating friction, and increasing sweating. The extra sweat can attract fungus and bacteria, which leads to bad smells.
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How do you keep your virgin clean and smelling good?

DON'T douche or use any sprays to cover up the smell as these products can irritate your vagina. Try bathing or showering every day with a mild soap and warm water, and wear cotton underwear. If your discharge continues to have an odor, you may have bacterial vaginosis (BV).
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Why am I always wet down there and smelly?

Bacterial vaginosis is one of the most common causes of a smelly vagina, affecting 15% to 50% of women of reproductive age. 'It's a condition where there's an imbalance in the vaginal flora,' Dr Rosén explains. 'The first symptom is often a fishy smell, which can progress to a frothy, grey or green-ish discharge.
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Why does my period look like jelly?

A. If you notice on heavy days of your period that blood seems extra-thick, and can sometimes form a jelly-like glob, these are menstrual clots, a mix of blood and tissue released from your uterus during your period. They can vary in size and color, and usually, they are nothing to worry about.
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Can u get pregnant on your period?

If you have sex without using contraception, you can conceive (get pregnant) at any time during your menstrual cycle, even during or just after your period.
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What things we should avoid in periods?

Foods to avoid
  • Salt. Consuming lots of salt leads to water retention, which can result in bloating. ...
  • Sugar. It's OK to have sugar in moderation, but eating too much of it can cause a spike in energy followed by a crash. ...
  • Coffee. ...
  • Alcohol. ...
  • Spicy foods. ...
  • Red meat. ...
  • Foods you don't tolerate well.
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How do you make your period not smell?

You can usually avoid vaginal smell during your period by ensuring that you change your pad at least every 4 hours, or even more frequently if your flow is intense. In addition, CAREFREE® has taken care to make your days more pleasant with a range of pads that contain natural plant extracts which help prevent odour.
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