Treatise on the Diseases of Women

onthly periodicity called menstruation, monthly sickness, monthlies, or being unwell. Although this usually occurs once

a sense of weight in the lower part of the body, and more or less disinclination to enter society. These symptoms may be slightly p

hird day the discharge has the appearance of pure blood. The unpleasant sensations which were so marked at first now gradually subside, and the discharge, after continuing for

ty." It is preceded and attended by peculiar signs. The whole figure becomes more plump and round, the hips increase in breadth

s this takes place earlier, the difference between hot and cold countries being as great as three years; yet heredi

th year, although this may be extended even ten years later. During all these years the woman is capable of b

en the period of childbearing is over. The time of its dis

ferent individuals, and it would be quite impossible to give anything like an accurate rule.

ight days, the average being five days. Hence it will be seen t

a small quantity of blood at this time. Some persons seem to think that a very free discharge is necess

be prepared to give her daughter the best of advice. Some slight inattention, some undue exposure, some thoughtlessness due entirely to ignoranc

nstruation is closely connected with the function of childbearing. The changes which take place each month within the

ouble may be prevented. First of all, it is necessary to avoid taking cold; yet a person should not stay in the

ill disturb the menstrual process quicker than the sudden c

l, she should be told to study more lightly at this time; while any great excite

ly accompanies this time is a gentle warning by na

e; an effort should be made by those who understand the situation to

bliged to study so intensely while in school. A moderate amount of study does no harm at this time, but the dread of examinations, with our modern system o

an remain all day behind the counter in the store, or at the work-table, during these few trying days, and even escape without serious i

ould confide their condition. This woman, or overseer, could easily be made

erwise recklessly expose themselves at this most critical time. One is almost inclined to

ay impose upon the person a life-long injury. How carefully, then, should mothers watch their daugh

s. Indeed, this is so important that it should never be neglected. There should be at least one good movement

o the exact frequency of the menstrual period with her young daugh

ires most prompt attention, as it will surely develop into something serious sooner or later. If the flow is too free, or not free enough, or if

a very good chance of enjoying good health during the rest of her life; while a slight mistake at this time may produce the most serious