Patient's question:
I have always had some irregular periods, with dark blood clots accompanying my menstruation, and the flow is relatively heavy. Before each menstrual period, I experience lower abdominal pain. How is irregular menstruation generally treated?Doctor's answer:
Back and shoulder pain generally requires consideration of cervical spine diseases or periarthritis of the shoulder. It is unrelated to the menstrual cycle. If menstrual irregularities reappear, it may be due to reasons such as qi stagnation and blood stasis, insufficient qi and blood, or uterine coldness. Back and shoulder pain should undergo local X-ray examinations of the cervical spine and shoulder joints to identify the condition. For menstrual irregularities, it is generally necessary to conduct tests for six sex hormones and abdominal ultrasound, or consult a traditional Chinese medicine department to determine the cause and provide symptomatic treatment. Gynecological diseases are a common condition that can easily occur. During treatment, women should pay attention to self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is recommended that patients avoid sexual activity during treatment and maintain cleanliness. Finally, we wish female patients a speedy recovery.