Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold

spiralsnowman · May 15th, 2007, 09:57 PM

I tried to Google the cause of these symptoms, but all that came up were acupuncture sites.

I know that more common symptoms are cramps, bloating and fatigue, but when I'm on my period, I turn white like a ghost and feel cold all the time.

Does anyone else experience this? I wonder what the cause is?

madamefifi · May 15th, 2007, 10:04 PM

Are your periods heavy? You may be anemic. Try increasing your intake of iron during your periods--red meat, dark green leafy veg., seafood. Also a quick trip to your OB/GYN to check a hemoglobin wouldn't be out of order.

Swanky Mama Of Three · May 15th, 2007, 10:08 PM

^ I was going to suggest something similar

Label Addict · May 15th, 2007, 10:13 PM

I'd agree sounds like anemia, but I'm not a Doc so please check it out more

spiralsnowman · May 15th, 2007, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madamefifi

Are your periods heavy? You may be anemic. Try increasing your intake of iron during your periods--red meat, dark green leafy veg., seafood. Also a quick trip to your OB/GYN to check a hemoglobin wouldn't be out of order.

Thanks for the advice!

I really haven't been eating much red meat at all. I'm going to start now.

I just assumed my symptoms were normal. My periods aren't too heavy, but during them I get so pale my lips are almost the same color as my face, even after doing a physical activity, like working out (!). Is that unusual?

Swanky Mama Of Three · May 15th, 2007, 10:31 PM

Yes, that is unusual.

Wild Orchid · May 15th, 2007, 11:04 PM

I agree with above comments. Get an H&H and a CBC done. You could have some form of anemia. Better to find out and have things under control.

Litigatrix · May 16th, 2007, 12:51 AM

A women's multivitamin can also help with your iron.

HubbaWubba · May 16th, 2007, 02:03 AM

I agree with a multivitamin. Eat protein.

gr8heart · May 16th, 2007, 03:04 AM

Yeah, it sounds like you need iron, especially if you are doin vigorous physical activity. Get checked by a doctor!

gillianna · May 16th, 2007, 03:02 PM

I would see a doctor for complete blood work. It could be anemia. To me your body is telling you something is wrong. It could be something so simple to fix so why deal with the problem.
Hugs.

NYCBelle · May 16th, 2007, 03:28 PM

Could definitely be anemia, go to your GYN and make sure.

anufangava · May 17th, 2007, 11:16 AM

Yes, it could be anemia. A simple bloodtest can tell you if you are anemic or not. If yes, just take iron supplements, but do drink lots of water because iron can cause constipation. I think the reason you get to acupuncture sites when you google your symptoms because in TCM (traditional chinese medicine) these are signs that there is an imbalance in your body. If there is nothing wrong with your blood, then you may have hormonal imbalance.

Megs · May 17th, 2007, 11:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madamefifi

Are your periods heavy? You may be anemic. Try increasing your intake of iron during your periods--red meat, dark green leafy veg., seafood. Also a quick trip to your OB/GYN to check a hemoglobin wouldn't be out of order.

Second and third this!

Get this checked out... they can test your blood levels and make sure everything is ok

missmustard · May 17th, 2007, 07:02 PM

I would get like that at times during my period but it was caused by low blood pressure. I would faint a lot. Please see a doctor!

May 15th, 2007, 09:57 PM	#1
spiralsnowman Member	Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I tried to Google the cause of these symptoms, but all that came up were acupuncture sites. I know that more common symptoms are cramps, bloating and fatigue, but when I'm on my period, I turn white like a ghost and feel cold all the time. Does anyone else experience this? I wonder what the cause is? __________________ Muffin

May 15th, 2007, 10:04 PM	#2
madamefifi cat hoarder Location: virginia	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold Are your periods heavy? You may be anemic. Try increasing your intake of iron during your periods--red meat, dark green leafy veg., seafood. Also a quick trip to your OB/GYN to check a hemoglobin wouldn't be out of order. __________________ Happiness is a home with at least one cat. On a complete EVERYTHING ban until after Christmas!!!! http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/c...faces?siteId=3

May 15th, 2007, 10:08 PM	#3
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold ^ I was going to suggest something similar __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

May 15th, 2007, 10:13 PM	#4
Label Addict Happy 12'000 to me!! Location: Blissful Denial	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I'd agree sounds like anemia, but I'm not a Doc so please check it out more __________________ The Summary Comments & Pics My Blog: I'll Take Both! My Bags (new family pic pg 22)

May 15th, 2007, 10:31 PM	#6
Swanky Mama Of Three Location: Dallas Area	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold Yes, that is unusual. __________________ Holy inappropriateness!!! - a la Bethenny

May 15th, 2007, 11:04 PM	#7
Wild Orchid Member Location: RAOK lockdown	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I agree with above comments. Get an H&H and a CBC done. You could have some form of anemia. Better to find out and have things under control.

May 16th, 2007, 12:51 AM	#8
Litigatrix new 'do, same cat Location: Capitol Hill	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold A women's multivitamin can also help with your iron. __________________ PLEASE do not PM me for authentications. My Collection: http://forum.purseblog.com/your-bag-showcase/litigatrixs-im-modest-collection-144948.html Also, check out the Authentic Spy Picture Reference & Drool! Yay! http://pics.livejournal.com/fendi_spy_list/

May 16th, 2007, 02:03 AM	#9
HubbaWubba Sofa King Banned	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I agree with a multivitamin. Eat protein.

May 16th, 2007, 03:04 AM	#10
gr8heart -for YSL!	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold Yeah, it sounds like you need iron, especially if you are doin vigorous physical activity. Get checked by a doctor!

May 16th, 2007, 03:02 PM	#11
gillianna Member	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I would see a doctor for complete blood work. It could be anemia. To me your body is telling you something is wrong. It could be something so simple to fix so why deal with the problem. Hugs.

May 16th, 2007, 03:28 PM	#12
NYCBelle It's in my Louis bag Location: NYC	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold Could definitely be anemia, go to your GYN and make sure. __________________ I shop for purses while I walk out the door Don’t cry, buy a bag and then get over it "Labels or Love" by Fergie

May 17th, 2007, 11:16 AM	#13
anufangava Member	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold Yes, it could be anemia. A simple bloodtest can tell you if you are anemic or not. If yes, just take iron supplements, but do drink lots of water because iron can cause constipation. I think the reason you get to acupuncture sites when you google your symptoms because in TCM (traditional chinese medicine) these are signs that there is an imbalance in your body. If there is nothing wrong with your blood, then you may have hormonal imbalance.

May 17th, 2007, 07:02 PM	#15
missmustard Prima Donna Assoluta Location: Monterrey, Mexico	Re: Menstrual period - Pale complexion and feeling cold I would get like that at times during my period but it was caused by low blood pressure. I would faint a lot. Please see a doctor! __________________