There are many ways to affect the blood vessels of the body. One of them is a cold, the medicinal properties of which have been known for a long time. It is used as a general cooling of the body - hardening, and its local use in the form of compresses and all kinds of baths. It causes a variety of reflex reactions, the effect of which is used today in medicine. And can the cold with monthly help to cope with the pain and bleeding?
occur? How does the cold on the
body? Many people have cold associated with frost, discomfort and hypothermia. But it can also have a therapeutic effect on the human body, the main thing is to apply it correctly.
It is known that there are much more cold receptors on the human body than thermal ones. Consequently, even with minimal exposure to it, the body will respond with a significant response to such changes. It is this physiological feature that is used when applying compresses to various parts of the body, especially with good blood supply: on the forehead, on the abdomen, and so on.
The effect of low temperature directly depends on the carrier: it's one thing to dip into the ice hole, and another - to apply cold on the stomach with the monthly. In addition, it is often important to have a mechanical effect on the body. So, for example, an ice pack, in addition to the cooling effect, puts pressure on the part of the body where it is applied.
The effect on the body depends on many circumstances. Interesting facts:
- The greater the difference between the cold environment or the subject and the human body, the more pronounced the reaction to the impact. In other words, with abundant and painful periods, it makes no sense to apply a small compress, where the material is soaked with tap water. It is much more effective to get a bubble with ice from the freezer. If such a find is difficult, you can use improvised means - meat, etc.
- Also important is the area of the surfaces to be contacted: the larger the bubble or chunk of chilled pork, the more pain will be removed and the bleeding will decrease.
When not to use
But to the cold should be treated with caution, there are cases of allergic reaction to it. Mostly it concerns the impact of air or water of low temperature, but with sensitization and compress can cause an unpleasant complication. Cold allergies are congenital and acquired - after prolonged adverse effects of low temperatures.
Effects on various structures of
Cold has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, spasmolytic effects. However, as a result of exposure to a low temperature, the capillary blood flow of the internal organs improves.
On the nervous system and enzymatic activity of
While influencing the cold receptors even locally, a large number of nerve endings are irritated. This leads to the "activation" of the whole organism.
Also when applying cold, the usual physical phenomenon occurs - heat exchange between the object and the human body. As a result, the blood reduces its temperature. And it is known that most of the enzymes and biologically active substances work only under certain conditions - optimally 36 - 37 degrees.
Cold on the abdomen and discontinuation of menstruation
Active cold affects the blood vessels. So, initially the attached ice bubble will cause the narrowing of the superficial arteries and veins. In this case, blood rushes into the internal organs, primarily to the heart, the brain.
In the future, spasm of the skin vessels is replaced by their expansion - there is a change in its coloring from pale to bright red, and it often appears there is an itch in this place. If the effect is overdosed, a blood flow disorder in this area can be caused. That is why gynecological practice uses an ice bladder for 20 to 30 minutes several times with breaks of 5 to 10.
Of course, the full stop of bleeding and is not likely to happen, but to significantly reduce the intensity and prevent progression - yes.
We recommend reading the article on how to stop the monthly. From it you will learn about the application of the methods of traditional medicine and special preparations, the effectiveness of diet, and the use of other means.
On cellular structures
When exposed to low temperatures, the immune reactions in the skin and nearby internal organs increase. Also, the rate of all biochemical processes in the tissues varies, the cells become less permeable and less sensitive to certain substances. It is this property that provides a reduction in pain in algodismenorrhea.
So, summing up, it is possible to single out the main principles of the effect of cold on the body:
- Initially contributes to the narrowing of the surface and the widening of the deep-seated vessels. With prolonged exposure - on the contrary.
- Reduces blood clotting of organs. This leads to reduced edema and partial or complete cessation of pain.
- Analges the site of exposure. There is a "freezing" of nerve endings, transmission of impulses and the speed of many biochemical reactions slows down, and also the sensitivity of cells is lost for a while.
- All of the above leads to a reduction in inflammatory processes. For example, if the pains in the abdomen are caused by excessive production of prostaglandins, then the bladder with people is one of the effective means in this case.
Whether
will help with pain Many people know that if you apply a cold on the stomach with a monthly, it will reduce the amount of secretions and will relieve to some extent the pain.
This is caused by many factors, both of a reflex nature, and a decrease in the activity of enzymes, a slowing of metabolism and some others.
In order to get the result, you need to know some nuances. These include:
- Apply follows the coldest object available, ideally - an ice pack.
- The more the area of contact, the more effective the procedure.
- Application should not be more than 20 - 30 minutes. Then you need to take a break for 5 - 7, if necessary, repeat the procedure. So you can avoid excessive exposure and hypothermia.
- Any material, such as a towel, should be placed between the skin and the ice pack. Otherwise, you can get an easy degree of frostbite.
Whether there can be a delay
In itself, the delay of menstruation due to cold does not happen. Most likely, such violations of the cycle are caused by some hormonal disorders, stress, feelings, etc. After all, when a girl uses cold to reduce bleeding or to relieve pain, this is already indicative of some pathology in her body. That's why often after such violations, there may be delays of a functional nature.
Cold is an interesting and effective way to influence the body. In the obstetric-gynecological practice, both physical properties and the response system reaction of the organism to its effect are used. You can also use cold at home to stop all kinds of bleeding, including uterine bleeding, to relieve swelling and reduce inflammation.