Kuukautisveren

Kuukautisveren, a Finnish term, directly translates to menstrual blood. It refers to the shedding of the uterine lining, also known as the endometrium, that occurs cyclically in individuals with a uterus as part of the reproductive cycle. This shedding is triggered by hormonal changes, specifically a drop in estrogen and progesterone levels, if pregnancy does not occur. The menstrual blood is composed of uterine tissue, mucus, and blood. The flow typically lasts for a few days and varies in intensity from person to person. Menstruation is a natural and healthy biological process and is a sign of reproductive health. Understanding menstrual blood and the process of menstruation is important for personal health awareness and can also be a topic of cultural and social discussion. In some contexts, it might be referred to more broadly as menstrual fluid or simply as a period.