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Effects of heat on menstruation: India is currently experiencing severe heat. According to a recent report, more than 95 of the 100 hottest cities in the world are in India. In many states the temperature has gone above 40°C, while in some places it is reaching close to 45°C. Even many cities of India have become the center of a global heatwave. This year, record breaking temperatures are being seen not only in cities but also in villages.

It is normal to feel tired or heatstroke due to increasing heat. But the problem is not limited to this only. Experts are warning that this increasing heat is silently affecting women’s periods and hormonal health. However, very few people are talking about this. So let us know in detail the mutual connection between increasing heat and hormonal health-

Why is the problem increasing due to heatwave?

According to the World Health Organization, a heatwave is a condition when unusually high heat persists for several days. In such a situation, the body is unable to control this excessive heat, so it has to work harder to keep itself cool. Generally its effect is seen on the energy of the body, but in reality it also affects the hormonal system.

How is it affected by periods cycle?

Now the question arises that how is the period cycle affected due to heatwave. According to experts, excessive heat increases physical stress in the body. This affects the part of the brain that controls hormones. In such a situation, women may often face problems like late periods, irregular cycles or sometimes missed periods.

Apart from this, too much heat also dehydrates the body quickly. In such a situation, problems occurring during periods like excessive fatigue, headache, mood swings or bloating etc. can become worse. Not only this, lack of water also impairs the electrolyte balance in the body, which can cause weakness and irritability. Since sleep is not complete due to heat, it can worsen both mood and pain.

The situation is not the same for every woman

Although everyone is troubled due to the heat, but women are facing more problems. Not only this, the situation is not the same for every woman. This problem becomes even more serious for women living in urban slums or areas with less resources. Due to lack of clean water, cool space or cooling facilities and lack of sanitary products, it becomes difficult for them to maintain menstrual hygiene. This can cause pain during periods as well as increase the risk of infection.

What to do for protection?

It is not in our hands to stop the heat, but with a little care you can reduce the effect of heatwave to a great extent. For example-

drink enough water throughout the day

Take a light and balanced diet

Avoid staying in the sun for too long

have a good sleep

Track your periods