Patient's question:
I have suddenly experienced irregular menstruation again this past year. Sometimes my period comes a week early, and other times it's delayed by a week. Previously, my period was always very regular, coming on the exact same day every month. How should one treat irregular menstruation, which comes and goes unpredictably?Doctor's answer:
Based on your age and the symptoms you mentioned, it is likely related to unstable hormone levels in your body. Due to your age, a recurrence of insufficient estrogen in the body may lead to menstrual irregularities. Therefore, it is necessary to nourish and regulate from aspects such as qi, blood, spleen, stomach, and conditions like cold dampness. The best treatment would be using traditional Chinese medicine, which requires three months of care. In daily life, it is still important to maintain a regular routine and avoid extremely cold and hard foods.