Patient's question:
I gave birth to one child via natural delivery 15 years ago, and in May 17, I had an abortion. After October, I've been feeling emotionally unwell for two or three days. Since then, my menstrual periods have become infrequent, taking about a week to finish. On the third day, I can use regular sanitary pads, but for the rest of the time, I only need liners, which are dark in color.On the first day, I can clearly feel my whole body getting cold, and it hurts for two or three hours. I also get menstrual acne. I took Chinese medicine for a year to regulate my body, but my acne got worse, and while my menstrual cramps improved slightly, my menstrual flow only increased slightly on the third day. I'm unsure whether I should focus solely on taking Chinese medicine, as drinking the medicine is too painful and yields minimal results.
I pay close attention to my diet, avoiding cold and spicy foods almost entirely. I hope the experts can guide me on how to take care of my body.
Doctor's answer:
According to the description, the symptoms of relatively low menstrual volume, abnormal menstrual color, and skin acne may be related to endocrine disorders, thin endometrium, and other issues. Additionally, mental stress, overwork, and overtime work may also disrupt the normal menstrual cycle. It is recommended to undergo hormone level tests and a thorough ultrasound examination at the hospital to understand the thickness of the endometrium and the endocrine status. After identifying the cause, targeted treatment should be provided under the guidance of a doctor.