Patient's question:
A few years ago, I had an abortion. After that, I took Yu Ting several times, and my menstrual flow gradually decreased until now it only lasts for more than one day, and it's dark in color. I usually have lower back pain, breast tenderness with lumps, and phlegm in my throat that I can't spit out or swallow. My menstrual cycle is still relatively normal, and there's no mucus discharge during ovulation. I've had some routine check-ups and found that I have candidal vaginitis. I've also taken a lot of medication to regulate my period, but it hasn't been very effective.Doctor's answer:
Irregular menstruation is a common gynecological disorder. It is characterized by abnormal menstrual cycles or bleeding amounts, or by abdominal pain and systemic symptoms before or during menstruation. The cause may be due to organic lesions or functional disorders. Blood diseases, hypertension, liver disease, endocrine diseases, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, reproductive tract infections, tumors (such as ovarian tumors, uterine fibroids), and other conditions can all lead to menstrual disorders. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is generally related to the liver, and treatment is typically based on the Siwu Decoction as a foundation formula, with modifications as needed.