The Immune system works to fight off infections in our body. It is necessary to understand how the immune system functions to help you stay healthy. But research shows that an imbalance in hormones can have an impact on the immune system and its functions.

Estrogen and Progesterone are the two hormones that are responsible for thickening the uterine lining and signalling for menstruation to start.

So, when you are actually menstruating your levels of Estrogen and Progesterone are low, these fluctuations of hormones can impact your immune health. Immune cells try to attack the fertilized egg as they are foreign invaders in the body. Hormone progesterone works to stop these immune cells from damaging the fertilized eggs. Due to this, there is an increased probability of catching an illness.

During the different phases of your periods, you are either most or least prone to get sick. The first phase is follicular (first day of the period to ovulation) where the estrogen levels are rising which leads to antibodies making you less susceptible to infection.

The next phase is late ovulation and early luteal, during this phase the levels of progesterone are rising. This causes the uterine lining to hold on to fluid and produce mucus, making it easier for the sperm to pass through the reproductive tract.  Due to which the immune system is suppressed and much less likely to react to invading illness.

Finally, during menstruation, the levels of estrogen remain low and there is an increase in inflammation though it is not clear why. Inflammation is one way our body deals with pathogens. But people with chronic issues may experience worse symptoms due to a rise in inflammation in the body.

There is a drop and rise of immunity at different stages. Therefore, keeping track of your period cycle and understanding the pattern will enable you to take necessary measures during your days of menstruation.

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