Patient's question:
Last month, I didn't realize how fat I was because I couldn't wear clothes, but I didn't want to exercise, so I just went on a diet and took weight-loss pills. I lost over 8 pounds, but now my period hasn't come for two months. It seems like I over-dieted, so I want to ask the doctor what to do about amenorrhea caused by dieting?Doctor's answer:
Stress and high exercise pressure can interfere with the normal menstrual cycle. It is recommended to maintain a regular schedule. You can also visit a hospital for related endocrine tests, blood tests to check hormone levels.The issue may be related to diet causing an increase in body fat. Women need a minimum amount of body fat to maintain normal menstruation. If your weight is more than 10% to 15% higher than your ideal weight, or if your body fat percentage is too low (less than 17% of your body weight), the body lacks the fat needed to produce estrogen, disrupting normal estrogen levels and affecting the formation and cycle of menstruation.