Patient's question:
Hello, I am 27 years old, married, and took a long-acting birth control pill six months ago. Since then, I have had irregular periods, with two periods each month for several consecutive months. After treatment, it improved, but last month on the 31st, my period was extremely light, almost non-existent, and lasted for more than ten days. It still hasn't arrived as of February 7th.Doctor's answer:
According to the symptoms you mentioned, it is considered to be a manifestation caused by endocrine disorder due to taking birth control pills. It is recommended to visit a traditional Chinese medicine gynecology department for treatment. Based on the symptoms, syndrome differentiation and treatment can be applied to prescribe Chinese herbal medicine for regulation. Progesterone injection and acupuncture therapy can be combined. It is also important to maintain a calm mood.The occurrence of menstrual irregularities not only affects a woman's life but can also lead to gynecological diseases. Therefore, it is best to undergo a gynecological examination at the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment. Additionally, pay attention to personal hygiene and keep the vulvar skin clean.