Patient's question:
Doctor, hello. I've noticed that my menstrual cycle has been very irregular in the past two months. My period started on September 27th and ended on October 2nd. However, it returned again on October 17th with very little flow, and it ended on October 21st. Now, the problem has reappeared—I had my period again on November 1st, with very little flow, and I also feel like I'm not getting enough sleep. During September and October, I had sex with my boyfriend, but only outside of my periods. I also took excessive birth control pills during this time. Doctor, could this recurrence have a significant impact on my health in the future? For example, in terms of fertility, how should I correct this? Can it be treated?Doctor's answer:
General menstrual disorders are divided into two major categories. The first category is caused by neuroendocrine dysfunction, while the second category is primarily due to changes in the reproductive organs, including inflammation of the reproductive organs. For specific causes, you can visit the hospital for ultrasound and endocrine examinations to identify the reasons and determine how to proceed with treatment. For gynecological patients, in addition to standard treatment, it is also important to pay attention to self-care, such as maintaining cleanliness, avoiding sexual activity, and reducing the intake of spicy and irritating foods. Lastly, it is advised that female patients must undergo regular follow-up examinations.