Period Blood Colours - What Do They Mean?

Did you know that the menstrual blood you lose can tell you a lot about your health?

In fact, so much so that obstetricians and gynecologists are starting to recommend that it be taken as a vital sign along with your BP, pulse, and temperature. Think about it–you are losing blood and you have the opportunity to observe it and analyze your health. Additionally, it can give you key insights into your hormonal health.

If you are worried, Happy Healthy You offers various women's health supplements that assist with general well-being and relieve menstrual bleeding. Observing the signs and symptoms your body is displaying is crucial in the understanding of your reproductive health. Related information can also be found in Happy Healthy You’s article regarding Changes in Menstruation.   

What Different Period Colours Mean

While what's normal for one woman may not be typical for another, there are a few changes you should watch out for, particularly when it comes to the colour of your flow. This is excellent information to help you know a little more about the mysteries of the menstrual period.

Let's look into the possible colours and appearance of period blood and what they may indicate.

Pink Menstrual Blood

While this may be an indication of lowered oestrogen production, it can also be a sign of other conditions such as PCOS or perimenopause. Happy Healthy You’s Happy Period can help give you peace of mind that you are best preparing your body for its menstrual cycle. In addition, it provides effective natural pain relief for periods.

Watery Appearance of the Blood

This may be related to a nutritional deficiency, primarily iron. This is also a catch-22 because low iron stores will cause excessive bleeding, and excessive bleeding will cause low iron. This is a very beneficial sign for those ladies concerned about anaemia to understand.

If you bleed through pads or tampons in less than an hour, wake up at night to change them several times, or regularly feel tired and foggy, it can't hurt to get your iron level checked.

Dark Brown Menstrual Blood

You may have older bits of the uterine lining and blood that are just now making their way out of your body. But don't panic–this is normal. Everyone will shed her uterine lining at a different rate (like snowflakes, each period is unique), but for the most part, seeing some dark brown blood at the beginning of your period or toward the end of it is nothing to worry about.

Thick Blood or Clots

You may have low progesterone levels and high oestrogen levels. While some clotting is normal, clots the size of a 20c coin can indicate a serious oestrogen dominant situation. Other possibilities are uterine fibroids, tissue overgrowth conditions, and endometriosis. Happy Healthy You’s MSP Formula helps to provide natural relief for menstrual bleeding, pain, and sleep.

Bright Red Menstrual Blood

You quite possibly have a healthy, regular period. Again, everybody's "normal" will look different, but generally speaking, a consistently bright red flow is a signal that everything is working as it should.

Should You Be Concerned?

Menstrual blood colour can vary from cycle to cycle at different stages in your life. In most cases, they're not really something to worry about. However, some changes may occasionally be a sign of an underlying condition. 

If you're concerned about changes in your period blood colour, there's no harm in seeking expert advice. You can start off by booking a FREE 10-minute consultation with any of our health practitioners at Happy Healthy You.