Patient's question:
I have a close friend, and I noticed she has been in a low mood lately. Once, I pulled her aside and asked her what was wrong. She said that recently, she didn't know what was happening—her menstrual cycle was irregular, with periods sometimes heavy, sometimes light, even missing altogether. So, I wanted to ask if there are any remedies for irregular periods?Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation is often related to the levels of endocrine hormones, and also to irregular eating and sleeping habits. Sometimes it is also related to changes in living environment and lifestyle, as well as high work pressure, poor mood, exposure to cold, and long hours of overtime. If the body does not feel any discomfort, it should not be a serious problem. You can consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to take your pulse and then take Chinese medicine to regulate your body for a period of time. Additionally, you should adjust your diet, sleep habits, and mood properly.