Patient's question:
I usually have regular periods, but recently I don't know what's going on, and things are a bit off. There are some issues with the timing and color. Please ask: How should one treat menstrual irregularities?Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation, also known as menstrual dysfunction, is a common gynecological condition. It is characterized by abnormal menstrual cycles or bleeding volume, or by abdominal pain and systemic symptoms during the menstrual period or before menstruation. The causes may be organic inflammation or functional disorders. Emotional abnormalities, such as prolonged mental stress, suppressing anger, or experiencing significant psychological trauma, can lead to menstrual dysfunction or dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea. This is because menstruation is formed after the hormones secreted by the ovaries stimulate the endometrium. The secretion of hormones by the ovaries is controlled by the hormones released by the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. Therefore, any abnormality in the function of the ovaries, pituitary gland, or hypothalamus can affect menstruation.