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Extreme weather may shift periods, but evidence remains limited
Extreme weather does not directly control menstruation, but heat, dehydration, poor sleep, stress and changes in routine can affect ovulation and period symptoms, The Hindu reports. The body’s stress response may disrupt…
The Story in Brief
Extreme weather does not directly control menstruation, but heat, dehydration, poor sleep, stress and changes in routine can affect ovulation and period symptoms, The Hindu reports. The body’s stress response may disrupt hormonal signals between the brain and ovaries, causing a cycle to arrive earlier, later or become irregular.
Heat can worsen cramps, headaches, dizziness and fatigue, while cold may intensify cramps for some women. Heavy rain and flooding can also restrict access to toilets, clean water and menstrual products. Doctors advise adequate fluids, breathable clothing, regular product changes, light exercise and tracking cycle dates, bleeding and symptoms. Persistent or substantial changes should be medically assessed rather than attributed to weather alone.
The Indian Opinion
The exaggerated claim that temperature directly controls periods is not supported by the evidence cited here. Nor should every unusual cycle be dismissed as a heatwave effect. Stress, thyroid disorders, PMOS, changing cycles and other health factors can also matter. The practical test is whether the change persists, becomes substantial or comes with troubling symptoms. A menstrual calendar can provide the record needed for a proper consultation.
Source: thehindu.com
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