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Thought your menstrual cycle was just about your period? In fact, your cycle is much more than just bleeding, and it can impact everything from your energy levels and mental health to your libido and skin. 

‘It’s a fascinating process that’s controlled by hormones communicating with the brain and other organs,’ says Dr Elisabeth Rosén. ‘The core purpose of your menstrual cycle is to achieve a pregnancy, but this impacts your entire body in different ways.’

## How long does a menstrual cycle last?

The average menstrual cycle is 28 days, but it can last anywhere between [21 and 45 days](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470216/).  

![Your menstrual cycle explained](//images.ctfassets.net/h8qzhh7m9m8u/1P99JvlOCW30FoWl6TJlsz/a7f3ad57ace81e37014cff3d731f30cf/Menstraulcycle.jpg)

[Irregular menstrual cycles](https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/what-causes-heavy-or-irregular-periods-a-doctors-guide/) are common too, especially if you’re experiencing mental or physical stress, or significant fluctuations in weight. ‘The body is clever – it won’t allow ovulation if it’s not ready for a pregnancy,’ says Dr Rosén.

But there are times when irregularities may suggest that something else is going on. ‘If your cycle is suddenly shorter than 21 days, it’s worth considering that it might not be a menstrual bleed but something else, which could suggest an infection in the uterus or changes to the cervix,’ Dr Rosén explains. 

‘Similarly, an ovarian cyst can affect the fine balance of all our hormones, and conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can cause your cycle to last longer than 35 days. 

‘Later in life, irregular cycles are also the first sign of decreasing fertility and the start of [perimenopause](https://www.livi.co.uk/your-health/7-signs-of-perimenopause-a-doctors-guide/).’ 

## Which hormones control the menstrual cycle?

### Oestrogen
Oestrogen is a female sex hormone produced by follicles in the ovaries. The most important job of oestrogen is to regulate the menstrual cycle. It makes the lining of the uterus – the endometrium – thicker and more receptive to a fertilised egg. Oestrogen peaks just before ovulation.

### Progesterone
Progesterone is the other main female sex hormone. It’s produced by the corpus luteum – the leftover follicle after an egg has been released during ovulation. Its main job is to keep the endometrium in place and optimise it for implantation, and it peaks around day 21 of the menstrual cycle or about a week after ovulation

### FSH
FSH, or follicle-stimulating hormone, is produced in the pituitary gland in the brain. Its role is to get the egg follicles to mature, and it also plays a major role in kick-starting puberty. 

FSH rises during menstruation. It drops a couple of days before ovulation, when it’s important in the process of the body choosing only one egg for further maturation. It then rises again and helps facilitate ovulation before dropping to its lowest levels just before menstruation.

### LH
LH, or luteinising hormone, is also produced in the brain. Its job is to make ovulation happen and release the egg that’s the most mature. The production of LH is triggered when oestrogen levels peak, and it’s the spike in LH that makes ovulation happen. 

## The key phases of the menstrual cycle

### 1. Follicular phase

__When?__

From around the first day of your period until ovulation.

__What happens?__

‘The eggs in your ovaries are always there, trying to grow, but they’re only released for fertilisation when the hormonal balance is exactly right,’ says Dr Rosén. 

During this phase, the pituitary gland starts to produce FSH in response to the low levels of both oestrogen and progesterone. 

The FSH makes the follicles grow and produce oestrogen. The lining of your uterus grows thicker in preparation for a fertilised egg to get implanted, and eventually, when the oestrogen reaches a certain level, the FSH level drops. 

__How will it make me feel?__

__Potential migraines__ – ‘Oestrogen levels are low at the beginning of the follicular phase, so if you’re prone to hormonal migraines, this is when you’re likely to get them.’

__Increased libido__ – ‘Oestrogen tends to stimulate libido, so you may notice your sex drive increasing throughout the follicular phase,’ says Dr Rosén. This is your body’s way to try to get you pregnant, which is also why your vagina can feel fuller and your discharge more slippery. 

__Fuller breasts__ – Towards the end of the follicular phase, your breasts can feel fuller as well. 

![Follicular phase](//images.ctfassets.net/h8qzhh7m9m8u/45imWitDo6ggytBM8IzTBB/658df8e87c6ab8d29b3f06166cd49710/Follicular_phase.jpg)

### 2. Ovulation

__When?__

Ovulation occurs around day 14 in a 28-day cycle.

__What happens?__

At the end of the follicular phase, one egg – or in rare circumstances, one from each ovary – has won the growth competition and is ready for release. 

‘The mature egg produces so much oestrogen that it triggers the pituitary gland to release LH, which frees the egg,’ explains Dr Rosén. ‘It takes the egg around 24 hours to travel through the fallopian tube, where it must be fertilised for a pregnancy to happen.’ The egg survives for 24 hours, while sperm survive for up to 5 days.

__How will it make me feel?__

__Increased body temperature__ – ‘Your body temperature will rise by about half a degree Celsius just after you ovulate, because the sperm like it that way,’ says Dr Rosén. 

__Softer, more open cervix__– ‘The blood flow to the uterus will peak, and the cervix opens to welcome the sperm. You can have a feel – it’s usually quite hard and backwards-leaning, but just before and during ovulation it will be soft and open, and you’ll get that egg white-like discharge that helps to support the sperm.’

![Ovulation](//images.ctfassets.net/h8qzhh7m9m8u/1AKXjprMbeUWSmWlmH0S60/0355db8a4a632268eb2164df0394b77d/Ovulation.jpg)

### 3. Luteal phase

__When?__

The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle starts when the egg has been released during ovulation, so around 14 days before your period starts.

__What happens?__

The egg leaves behind its shell – the corpus luteum – which starts to produce progesterone to help the lining of the uterus mature. 

‘The body is waiting for a fertilised egg to move down through the fallopian tube and grow large enough to attach to the wall of the uterus, which takes a few days,’ says Dr Rosén. 

‘At around day 21, the corpus luteum can’t cope any more, and progesterone production starts to decrease. Eventually, progesterone and oestrogen levels are so low that the uterus lining breaks down, which is what becomes the period of bleeding.’

__How will it make me feel?__

__Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)__ – If you’re among the 80% of women who suffer from some sort of PMS,  this is the phase when you’re likely to experience it. ‘Progesterone has a calming effect, and its levels are low in this stage – so you might feel agitated, irritated and low,’ says Dr Rosén. 

__Hormonal acne__ – ‘Hormonal acne is usually worse during the luteal phase, again because of lack of progesterone.’

### 4. Menstruation

__When?__

The first day of your period is known as day 1 of your menstrual cycle, and this is also the first day of your follicular phase (see phase 1 above). The average cycle lasts 28 days, but this varies between different people.

__What happens?__

‘If you don’t get pregnant, you get your period as the lining of the uterus breaks down,’ says Dr Rosén. ‘During the luteal phase, when progesterone levels are high, the brain’s production of FSH and LH goes down to a minimum. When progesterone levels are low again, the cycle restarts and you go back to the follicular phase.’ 

__How will it make me feel?__

__Bleeding__ – Most people bleed for 3-5 days,  but this varies. 

__Potential cramping__ – Many experience mild cramping and discomfort during menstruation. If your pain is very severe, or you have an unusually heavy period or other worrying symptoms, there might be something else going on, so it’s best to talk to a doctor.

### 5. When am I most fertile?

‘During ovulation. The timing of this varies, but it’s usually 14 days before the first day of your period,’ says Dr Rosén. 

Getting to know your body throughout the menstrual cycle can be helpful, especially if you’re trying to conceive. ‘Pay attention to your vaginal discharge, have a feel of your cervix and notice if your breasts are starting to feel tender,’ Dr Rosén adds. ‘You’ll get to know the signs.’

![Menstruation](//images.ctfassets.net/h8qzhh7m9m8u/1HYsHbk9Y1lazvUjchJgh6/7c27ef46453ba60546e9823fc8363fe9/Menstruation.jpg)

### 6. How will my menstrual cycle change throughout my life?

__From your first period...__

The average age of getting your first period is just over 12 years, but this usually ranges from 9-15 years.  ‘It takes a while for your body to adjust and get the balance of all the hormones right, but after about a year, your periods should be regular,’ says Dr Rosén. 

__Through potential pregnancy and later life...__

With the exception of pregnancies and breastfeeding, and occasional skipped periods if you’re very stressed, your periods should continue regularly until you’re in your mid-40s. 

‘As we get older, the quality of our eggs declines, which is why the risk of miscarriage and chromosomal abnormalities increases. The corpus luteum also becomes less effective at producing progesterone, so your menstrual cycle might become shorter,’ says Dr Rosén. This is usually the very first sign of perimenopause.

__Ending with perimenopause and menopause...__

‘After a while, you start to run out of eggs, and you won’t have your cycle every month. Despite not ovulating, your ovaries will still produce oestrogen, causing your uterus lining to grow. But as you’re not ovulating, you’re not producing progesterone – and so eventually the lining becomes so heavy it just falls out. 

‘That’s why you can get very irregular but heavy, long-lasting bleeds until around the age of 51. After this time, if you haven’t had a period in a year, then you’re officially in menopause.’

![menstrual life line](//images.ctfassets.net/h8qzhh7m9m8u/2wso5QPqcJmY5XqYJn9CsP/7c070fcb3a9df99bdded641486256ab3/menstrual_life_line.jpg)

__This article has been medically approved by Dr Elisabeth Rosén, a medical doctor at Livi who specialises in gynaecology and obstetrics.__


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Coping with grief can affect every part of our lives. Sadly, many more of us are experiencing loss due to the Covid-19 pandemic – with demand for support from bereavement charities rising rapidly.

It’s a natural and human response to experience grief. It may be from the death of a loved one, a relationship break-up or a divorce. ‘Grief is a reaction towards a significant loss of some kind,’ Härdfeldt explains. ‘It doesn’t have to be a person – it can be a loss of anything, including a pet, a job or a routine.’ 

If you’re experiencing grief, here are 5 helpful things to remember. 

## 1.	There’s no right or wrong way to grieve

Grief isn’t a linear process and people don’t experience grief and loss in the same way. Bereavement can bring up a range of difficult emotions as we gradually come to terms with the loss. 

In 1969, a Swiss-American psychiatrist named Elizabeth Kübler-Ross suggested that [people experience 5 stages of grief](https://grief.com/images/pdf/5%20Stages%20of%20Grief.pdf)  after losing a loved one. Härdfeldt says that the 5 stages – denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance – are a helpful model to normalise and understand some of our reactions and behaviours when grieving. 

But not everyone will experience the 5 stages, and even though we may share similar experiences to others, your grief experience is unique and yours alone. According to Härdfeldt, this is due to a multitude of factors, including: 

- Individual memories
- Personality traits
- Strengths and weaknesses 
- Emotional intensity

‘On top of that, every attachment we have to a person or object is unique,’ he says. 

## 2.	There are other ways of coping than just ‘moving on’ 

Moving on after loss isn’t easy. There are alternative ways of coping with grief that mean you don’t aim to move on but instead incorporate the loss into your life. ‘A supportive model on grief is the [dual-process theory by Margaret Stroebe and Henk Schut](https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.2190/OM.61.4.b),  which suggests that a certain degree of avoidance and distraction isn’t just necessary to the grieving process but also helpful,’ Härdfeldt says. 

The dual-process model allows you to switch from feeling sad and dwelling on the past to putting the pain aside and distracting yourself from your grief momentarily. 

‘Painful memories don’t just fade away,’ explains Härdfeldt. ‘We need to create new associations that are more powerful. So, if you’re finding it difficult to cope, I’d suggest putting yourself in a position where your mind is challenged.

‘The distractions can be small, like rearranging your home, or more complex, like learning a new language or skill. They can also be more impactful changes like forming new relationships. Try to strike a balance between the different processes.’ 

Joining a club, taking a class, exercising regularly and going out with friends might also be helpful distractions. 

Härdfeldt highlights the importance of self-care during bereavement, too. ‘Grief affects the whole body, even the immune system,’ he says. ‘A well-balanced diet, plenty of rest and sleep are essential while you’re grieving.’ 

## 3.	Grief and depression aren’t the same

Both grief and depression can be extremely debilitating, frightening and painful, but they’re entirely different experiences. They can sometimes feel alike because they share similar symptoms, including: 

- Intense sadness 
- Feeling disconnected from what’s happening around you
- Disrupted sleep 
- Loss of appetite
- Reduced concentration
- Tiredness and exhaustion

Unlike grief, depression is a medical condition, which can be treated with therapy and medication. It tends to be more persistent and the feelings are more all-consuming. 

Grief and its related symptoms tend to occur in waves and decrease over time. ‘The main difference is that depression can and should be treated, while grief cannot be treated with medication,’ says Härdfeldt.

In some cases, intense grief never recedes and affects a person’s day-to-day life on a long-term basis. This condition is known as [complicated grief](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6053994/)  or [persistent complex bereavement disorder
](https://www.hindawi.com/journals/crips/2020/3632060/)

‘If after 6 months you still can’t work, eat, sleep or function properly and are overwhelmed by feelings of yearning, pain and distress, you should seek professional help,’ says Härdfeldt.

## 4.	Talking about your loss with those close to you can help

A strong support network following a loss is often crucial for bereaved people. Grief isn’t easy to discuss, but it’s something we will all experience at some point. 

Opening up about how you feel to people you trust can prevent you from feeling isolated. Find someone you can be honest with and who will listen with an open heart. ‘Talking with your loved ones about how you’re feeling can be one of the most powerful emotional tools there is,’ says Härdfeldt. 

‘But it’s perfectly acceptable not to engage with others about your emotions if you don’t feel comfortable. Some people also prefer to talk with someone they don’t have an attachment to because it makes it easier to focus on the loss.’ 

## 5.	Seeking professional help and support if you need it is important 

‘If you feel you need extra guidance, I’d recommend seeing a health professional, like a grief counsellor,’ advises Härdfeldt. Make an appointment to speak to a doctor, who is likely to refer you for counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or other talking therapies. CBT can be effective in helping you come to terms with grief and loss.

You could also contact a grief counsellor directly, or get in touch with a bereavement charity or support group that offers support. ‘Both group and individual therapy have been shown to help,’ says Härdfeldt. ‘A therapist or counsellor can help you make sense of any complex emotions you may have.’

This article has been medically approved by Dr Dag Härdfeldt, Psychologist at Livi.

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Whether you’ve just been called up or you’re looking ahead to your next cervical smear appointment, it’s more important than ever not to miss this routine test.

There were an estimated [33,000 cases of cervical cancer in Europe in 2018](https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(20)30122-5/fulltext),  with 15,000 people dying from the disease. The average age at diagnosis globally is 53, yet it’s the [third most common type of cancer affecting people under the age of 45](https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X(19)30482-6/fulltext).  

‘Each year in the UK alone, around 4,500 lives are saved by cervical screening – which shows the importance of having regular smear tests,’ says Dr McClymont.

## When do I need to go for a cervical smear test?

‘Any person with a cervix is invited for screening automatically when they reach the age of 25, and if the results are normal they’ll receive further invites every 3 years until the age of 49,’ Dr McClymont explains. 

‘Between the ages of 50 and 64, you’ll be invited every 5 years.’

You won’t usually need to have cervical screening if you’re pregnant – until at least 12 weeks after you’ve given birth. This is because pregnancy can make it harder to get clear results.

## What if I’m embarrassed by the thought of a smear test?

Despite the evidence that regular screening is so effective in detecting abnormal cell growth and the virus that causes cervical cell changes, human papillomavirus (HPV), many people avoid the tests due to embarrassment or anxiety. 

‘People who avoid smear tests often say awkwardness is the biggest reason for doing so,’ says Dr McClymont. ‘But it’s a short procedure, and your doctor or nurse has seen it all before – they’re just interested in testing your cervix. This is a simple test that could save your life, and there’s really no reason to be embarrassed.’ 

## What does the cervical smear test for?

‘The test looks for abnormalities in the cells of the cervix, as well as for HPV, which, if present, can cause abnormal cell growth,’ says Dr McClymont.

## Has the cervical screening process changed as a result of the pandemic? 

As a result of lockdowns, reallocation of staff and the prioritisation of other urgent care, [the pandemic has caused significant disruption to cervical smear screening programmes](https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanepe/article/PIIS2666-7762(21)00078-8/fulltext)  throughout Europe. So, it’s more important than ever to attend your cervical smear test when you’re called.

The test itself hasn’t changed as a result of the pandemic, says Dr McClymont, but you might find that processes at your local GP surgery have changed. ‘The nurse will wear a mask, and there may be fewer appointment slots available as it takes longer to thoroughly clean a clinical room between patients.’

## How can I prepare for a smear test if I’m anxious or nervous?

It’s not unusual to be a little anxious before a cervical smear test. Some people find that asking for a female nurse or doctor helps them feel more at ease, and relaxation breathing can help too. You can also ask the person performing the smear test to start with the smallest speculum. 

‘If you’re nervous about undressing, wearing a loose skirt is a good idea as you won’t need to fully remove it for the procedure,’ says Dr McClymont.

## What should I expect during the smear test itself? 

The nurse performing the smear test will explain to you exactly what will happen when you arrive and answer any questions you have before the test. 

- You’ll be invited to lay on an examination couch behind a screen and remove clothing from your lower half
- There will be a sheet or piece of clinical roll for you to cover your groin with, and you’re entitled to have a chaperone in the room with you if you’d prefer
- You should lie on your back with your feet together and knees apart. 
- The nurse will insert a lubricated plastic speculum into your vagina to enable good visualisation of your cervix
- A small “brush” is then used to remove some cells from the cervix, which are deposited in a small pot and sent to the laboratory for analysis
- The examination itself usually only takes a few minutes

## Can it ever be painful or uncomfortable?

‘A cervical smear is usually not a painful procedure, although some people report mild discomfort,’ says Dr McClymont, adding that it’s usually worse if you’re tense or anxious, as your pelvic floor muscles are more likely to tighten, making the procedure more difficult. 

‘If you’re very anxious, take some deep breaths and try to relax as much as possible.’

## Is it normal to bleed after the screening? 

‘A small amount of spotting after the procedure is quite common, but it should resolve very quickly,’ says Dr McClymont. ‘Wearing a pantyliner for a few hours is normally all that’s required.’

## What happens after the screening? 

After the test, the specimen is sent to a laboratory for analysis. It usually takes around 2 weeks for the results to come back.

‘If your results are normal, no further action is required, and you’ll be invited for another routine smear 3 or 5 years later, depending on your age,’ says Dr McClymont. ‘If abnormalities are found, however, you’ll usually be invited for a procedure called a colposcopy, to look at your cells in more detail.’

A colposcopy, Dr McClymont explains, is a procedure similar to a cervical smear, but it’s performed in hospital using a microscope and special dye to stain the cervix cells and make abnormalities easier to identify. ‘Having abnormalities in your cells usually doesn’t mean that you have cancer, but further tests or treatment are recommended to prevent cancer developing in future.’

## Do you need to have smear tests if you’re not sexually active?

People who have never been sexually active have a very low risk of cervical cell abnormalities – but not a zero risk. That’s why attending a screening is always advisable, regardless of your sexual history. ‘If you’ve never had sex, this may understandably make you nervous,’ says Dr McClymont. ‘It’s best to chat to a doctor or nurse about your individual circumstances.’


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