If there is no blood flow during menstruation, what is it a sign of? You must also know, otherwise your health will be affected…

If there is no blood flow during menstruation, what is it a sign of? You should also know, otherwise your health will be affected… Last Updated: 30 November 2025, 23:17 IST Decreased blood flow during menstruation can sometimes be a sign of ongoing changes in the body, which should not be taken lightly. It can be related to thyroid, PCOS, stress, hormonal imbalance, ovulation disorders or lack of nutrition in the diet. Reduced or no blood flow during periods in winter or any other season can be a cause for concern for many women. It can be a sign of some ongoing changes in the body or health problems, which is not right to ignore. Sometimes problems such as stress, hormonal imbalance, sudden change in weight or thyroid affect the period flow. If hormones such as estrogen and progesterone are not produced in the right amount in the body, ovulation can be disrupted and blood flow can decrease. Many women experience light bleeding, irregular periods or just spotting even in the early stages of PCOS. Apart from this, excessive physical activity, lack of nutrition in the diet, iron deficiency or constant fatigue can also spoil the period pattern. Therefore, if you notice changes in periods every month, do not take it lightly and try to understand the reasons. According to TOI report, sometimes reduced blood flow during periods can also be a sign of some internal health condition of the body. For example, thyroid overgrowth (hypo- or hyperthyroidism) directly affects menstruation, causing flow to be very low or delayed. Being under too much stress increases the hormone ‘cortisol’ and when cortisol increases, the balance of reproductive hormones is disturbed. The result is that periods either come late, are very light or sometimes don’t come at all. Too little or too much weight also unbalances the hormonal system of the body, which affects the flow of menstruation. At the same time, if you have recently used any medicine, such as hormonal pill or emergency contraceptive pill, the flow of menstruation can also become very light. Many women also experience less flow or spotting during breastfeeding, because at that time there is more prolactin hormone in the body. If blood flow suddenly becomes very low during periods and this condition lasts for two-three months, then it is worth discussing it with a doctor, as it may indicate anemia, PCOS, endometrial thinning or hormonal conditions. Use of perfumed or chemical-laden personal care products, extreme weight loss diets, sleep cycle disturbances or frequent illnesses can also cause changes in flow. In such a situation, it is most important to pay attention to the changes in your body and if your period comes differently every time, then find the reason. It may be normal to have light flux occasionally, but it is not considered right to have it constantly. Proper diet, drinking enough water, reducing stress and getting regular sleep can help keep the flow normal. If low flow is accompanied by severe abdominal pain, dizziness, uncontrolled fatigue or prolonged missed periods, it is better to seek advice early. Because if the problem is identified in time, it is easier to correct it and further health problems can be avoided. In general, less flow of periods is a sign. Something is changing inside the body, and understanding it and paying attention in time is very important for your health. About the Author Vividha Singh Vividha Singh is a journalist at News18 Hindi (NEWS18). He earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Delhi. She has been working in the field of journalism for 3 years. Currently News18…read more First published: 30 November 2025, 23:17 IST home lifestyle If there is no blood flow during menstruation, then what is it a sign? You should also know…