Does a lack of menstrual flow and delayed period cause lower back pain?

Patient's question:

For the past three months, every time I had my period, it was extremely abnormal. A few days before my period, I had severe lower back pain, and my period would delay by about seven or eight days. Additionally, the amount of blood flow was very light. So, what should I do about the light flow, delayed period, and lower back pain?

Doctor's answer:

A decrease in menstrual flow accompanied by delayed menstruation is a relatively common condition, often caused by insufficient qi and blood or qi and blood stagnation. It could also be due to endocrine disorders. It is recommended to take some blood-activating and menstrual-regulating herbs for (regulating). During this period, avoid consuming extremely cold foods. In your daily diet, focus on eating more qi-boosting and blood-nourishing foods. You can also drink some brown sugar water. Lastly, during treatment, patients should maintain a balanced diet, follow a regular schedule, and actively engage in physical exercise.

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