The following article will explain some of the most significant distinctions between period blood and IUD blood, how the IUD affects menstruation, and a lot more information because it may be challenging for some women to distinguish between the two.
The monthly changes that take place in a woman's body during her menstrual cycle help her body get ready for pregnancy. Regarding the IUD, it is one of the long-term, secure, and reliable methods of pregnancy prevention. As for the difference between period blood and IUD blood, it will be explained as follows:
The difference between period blood and IUD blood
Period blood and IUD blood differ, as shown in the following table:
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spreads
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menstrual blood
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IUD blood
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Heavy bleeding
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Bleeding is profuse during the first two days of the start of the menstrual cycle and then gradually decreases until it stops completely when it ends.
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Mostly it is light blood spots, in addition to the possibility of it occurring during the cycle, causing profuse bleeding.
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duration of bleeding
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Menstrual bleeding lasts from 3-8 days, and usually lasts for 5 days.
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The bloody spotting resulting from the implant lasts from 3 to 6 months.
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bleeding time
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The menstrual cycle usually occurs every 21-35 days, but on average it starts every 28 days.
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Spotting usually occurs between menstrual cycles, with the need to indicate the possibility of occurrence during menstruation.
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blood color
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In normal cases, the color of menstrual blood
is usually red or pink at first and becomes dark brown or black at the end.
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The blood spots are brownish in color.
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The effect of the IUD on the menstrual cycle
It is impossible to ignore the IUD's impact on the menstrual cycle because it results in many changes. It may become more frequent and last longer than usual, or it may become less frequent and last for a shorter amount of time. However, it should be noted that these changes may not persist throughout the IUD's time in the woman's body.
As for these changes, it depends on the type of IUD that will be placed, whether it is hormonal or copper.
PMS symptoms and IUD installation
The difference between period blood and IUD blood is clear and can be distinguished easily. Regarding each condition's symptoms, the following provides an explanation:
1. PMS symptoms
PMS symptoms include the following:
- Instability and bad mood.
- Open appetite.
- The appearance of acne.
- bloating
- Cramps extending down the back and abdomen.
- Breast swelling and sensitivity to touch.
- Sleep disorders.
2. Normal IUD insertion symptoms
Below is an explanation of it:
- Cramps similar to menstrual cramps.
- blood spotting.
- Dizziness resulting from the feeling of pain immediately after the installation, which disappears within minutes.
Tips for relieving symptoms of both PMS and IUD
The following advice must be used to deal with each of them:
1. Tips for dealing with PMS symptoms
These tips include the following:
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers, including ibuprofen .
- Doing exercise.
- Place hot compresses on the lower back or abdomen.
- Take a hot water bath.
- Get enough rest.
2. Tips for relieving IUD symptoms
Among these tips are the following:
- Use of medical compresses containing Tylenol.
- In the first two days, it is advised to take 600 milligrammes of ibuprofen every eight hours, with the caveat that you should seek medical advice before doing so.
- Not putting in much effort.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Avoid exercising until you feel better.