Menstruation is controlled and triggered by signals sent by hormones produced in the body, namely oestrogen and progesterone. Any fluctuation in periods indicates a disruption in the natural chain of hormonal events.
On an average, a woman’s menstrual cycle lasts 28 days. However, the cycle can be considered normal anywhere from 24 to 38 days, if it is consistent. Menstrual bleeding usually lasts two to seven days, with the average being five days. If it stretches to eight to 10 days or more, that’s considered prolonged bleeding. A normal cycle also requires changing sanitary napkins. . .
