How to treat amenorrhea?

Written by Zhang Xiu Rong
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 14, 2024
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Amenorrhea is generally defined in medicine as a condition where menstruation stops for three consecutive months. There are physiological and pathological types of amenorrhea. Physiological amenorrhea, such as not menstruating during breastfeeding or pregnancy, is considered normal and does not require medication for treatment. Pathological amenorrhea usually occurs when someone who normally has regular periods suddenly stops menstruating for three months. In such cases, it is essential to visit a hospital for relevant examinations and then treat accordingly based on the results. Common issues include ovarian dysfunction, premature ovarian failure, and elevated prolactin levels, all of which can lead to amenorrhea. Treatment should be chosen based on the examination results.

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Is amenorrhea a disease?

Amenorrhea is first divided into physiological or pathological. If it is physiological, it generally is not a major issue, but pathological cases must be treated symptomatically. For physiological amenorrhea, such as not menstruating for three months during the breastfeeding period, this is normal. It's mainly influenced by the secretion of prolactin from the ovaries, so it’s possible not to have menstruation during breastfeeding, and this is not a problem. Moreover, some people use medications, such as those used to treat endometriosis, which can cause amenorrhea; this type of amenorrhea is normal, and menstruation usually resumes after stopping the medication. Then there is pathological amenorrhea, typically seen with severe conditions like uterine endometrium or intrauterine adhesions, which can also cause a lack of menstruation. Additionally, ovarian secretory dysfunction, certain endocrine disorders, or premature ovarian failure, can all lead to amenorrhea, requiring related medical examinations and symptomatic treatment in a hospital.

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How to treat amenorrhea?

Amenorrhea is generally defined in medicine as a condition where menstruation stops for three consecutive months. There are physiological and pathological types of amenorrhea. Physiological amenorrhea, such as not menstruating during breastfeeding or pregnancy, is considered normal and does not require medication for treatment. Pathological amenorrhea usually occurs when someone who normally has regular periods suddenly stops menstruating for three months. In such cases, it is essential to visit a hospital for relevant examinations and then treat accordingly based on the results. Common issues include ovarian dysfunction, premature ovarian failure, and elevated prolactin levels, all of which can lead to amenorrhea. Treatment should be chosen based on the examination results.

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Can amenorrhea be treated effectively?

Generally, amenorrhea can be managed effectively. Clinically, the most typical symptoms of amenorrhea are the absence of menstruation and the cessation of menstrual periods. There are many causes of amenorrhea, which may include exposure to cold, fatigue, emotional stress, bacterial infections, medications, and diseases, all leading to hormonal imbalances in the body. Dietary adjustments can be made to manage amenorrhea, such as avoiding picky and imbalanced eating, consciously increasing the intake of high-protein and high-calorie foods, which is beneficial for hormone production and conversion, and maintaining regular menstruation. It is also important to keep a cheerful mood to avoid disturbances in the flow of energy and blood, leading to irregular menstruation, as well as maintaining reasonable work and rest schedules, avoiding staying up late, and ensuring that the body's biological clock functions normally.

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How to regulate amenorrhea for one year?

If a woman under 40 experiences amenorrhea for a year, it is advisable to check the six sex hormones. If there is an increase in luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone, it indicates menopause. However, menopause before 40 is called premature ovarian failure, and hormone replacement therapy is needed. This treatment can delay aging in women and improve post-menopausal symptoms. If menopause occurs after the age of 40, it is a natural state. Every woman will go through menopause, and if menopausal symptoms occur, hormone replacement therapy can also be used.

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How to deal with amenorrhea and nausea?

If nausea occurs after menopause, it's important to determine whether the menopause is physiological or pathological. Generally, menopause after the age of 55 is considered physiological, but if it occurs before the age of 55, the cause of the menopause should be considered, such as ovarian diseases. If nausea occurs with menopause, attention should be paid to adjusting the diet, eating more fresh vegetables and fruits, and consuming vitamin- and protein-rich foods. Maintain a pleasant mood, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and avoid fatigue.