Patient's question:
Last month my period started on June 27th and ended on July 3rd. Then on August 15th, it came again. It's not usually like this—my period is usually regular. I don't know if it's because of some dietary reasons I had earlier. But I often get menstrual cramps. In this case, should I consider taking some traditional Chinese medicine to regulate it?Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation is closely related to irregular diet and sleep patterns. It can also be influenced by changes in living environment, intense training, or stress from other aspects, as well as poor emotional state. Consuming excessive cold and refrigerated foods is also associated with it. Dysmenorrhea is a manifestation of qi stagnation, blood stasis, and uterine cold. It is recommended that you take capsules or for a period of time. Alternatively, you can consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for dietary and lifestyle adjustments. Pay attention to preventing cold exposure and avoid consuming cold and refrigerated foods.