Patient's question:
Is it safe to take Keli Meng during menopause due to its side effects? I have already been experiencing menstrual irregularities since last year. Since July, I have had amenorrhea.Laboratory and examination results: Bilateral fibrotic disease of the breasts, severe cervical inflammation, multiple cervical cysts, estradiol 1.80, luteinizing hormone 58.24, follicle-stimulating hormone 83.68, progesterone 0.62, total testosterone 0.11, prolactin 11.18. Blood lipid levels are normal, but white blood cell count is 2.9 (normal range: 4.0-10.0).
Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Since October last year, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine, with some normal periods in between. The day before yesterday, a Western doctor recommended taking Keli Meng.
What kind of help is needed: Efficacy and common side effects of Keli Meng.
Since October last year, I have been taking traditional Chinese medicine, with some normal periods in between.
Doctor's answer:
Menstruation delayed by less than seven days is considered delayed, usually due to qi and blood deficiency. If proper care is not taken, the delay may last longer or even lead to amenorrhea. A light flow is also a sign of qi and blood deficiency, with a normal volume ranging from 30 to 80 ml, lasting 3 to 7 days. A prolonged menstrual period with a continuous flow is caused by kidney deficiency, which can easily lead to anemia if left untreated. Menstruation occurring less than seven days early is abnormal and is also a result of kidney deficiency, sometimes triggered by emotional stress. Liver qi stagnation turning into fire and blood heat can also cause this. The normal color of menstruation is red; a pale color indicates blood deficiency, while a dark color may contain blood clots, which does not necessarily mean inflammation. Dysmenorrhea is caused by blocked meridians, qi and blood deficiency, and may be triggered by cold exposure or a naturally cold constitution. Do not take Western medicine casually for menstrual irregularities, as it can lead to side effects or further endocrine disorders, making it harder to treat.