While coronavirus vaccines play an important role in containing the spread of the virus, they have also spawned many myths and rumors that are quickly circulating on various social media platforms, affecting women in particular and making them stronger. Dr. Aruna Muralidhar, Associate Director and Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Fortis La Femme, Richmond Town, Bangalore, explains at length about vaccinations and her fear and confusion about whether or not it is safe to get her COVID injections during her period. .
That being said, the impact on the menstrual cycle decodes some of the common myths and emphasizes timely vaccination, even mentioning some of the more serious vaccination-related symptoms that require a pelvic exam. The menstrual cycle is a well-balanced function of the female body. This cycle only begins when the hormones responsible for menstruation are activated. These hormones are produced by the pituitary gland below the brain, which in turn promotes ovarian hormones such as progesterone and estrogen, which are responsible for breaking down the inner lining of the uterus called the endometrium. Days in the body and what we end up seeing are just the periods that appear to be visible to us. Apart from that, a lot of inflammatory processes and tissue remodeling occur during menstruation, which are very sensitive to stress, weight loss, weight gain. , Changes in physical activity, or even certain types of infections. Therefore, it is generally expected that the menstrual pattern will change in all circumstances that involve a lot of stress. A vaccine is an important biological preparation used to fight a specific infectious disease, which includes an improvement in the immune system.
The gynecologist found that a vaccine leads to the production of a large amount of stimulating antibodies of the immune system that can interfere with menstruation. As an anecdote, some women had lighter or heavier periods while others reported delaying or increasing periods in some, Breakthrough bleeding occurred in those taking birth control pills, which were only seen in a few cases. and only lasted a cycle or two.
