There are a number of reasons why your period may be lasting as long as it should be. Among the main possible causes, are Endometrial hyperplasia, drug use, uterus infections, uterus cancer or something as simple as stress, a change of diet or exercise routines. The menstrual cycle is part of the reproductive system in females. The menstrual cycle usually starts every 28 days and lasts for about one week. The discharge that occurs during the menstruation period is made up of endometrium (the thick mucus that lines the wall of the uterus) and blood, made up of blood from burst blood vessels. All female periods are different. Some may have a menstrual cycle every 28 days, some may have a cycle more frequently , and some less frequently. Some may bleed very little, some may bleed a lot and for a longer period of time. If you are bleeding for a long period of time (usually two weeks would count as a long time), you must go and consult with your doctor immediately. One possible cause of a long or heavy period is cancer of the ovaries and the quicker it is spotted and diagnosed, the more likely it is that the cancer will be beaten. It could be the case, that the lining of the uterus is unusually thick one time and as more uterus linking have to be pushed out, more blood vessels have broken, thus more blood is coming out and for a longer period of time. Exercise and diet are a very important part of controlling a period, therefore, after consulting with a doctor, a better diet and exercise regime may make your period shorter and less painful. Once again, if you have been bleeding for a month, consult your doctor immediately.
