Patient's question:
Doctor,I used to have functional uterine bleeding, but it was cured after taking birth control pills. My menstrual cycle has been regular for nearly two years. However, this time it has been delayed by ten days and has not arrived yet. I tested with a pregnancy test strip, but it was negative. Additionally, I have no other discomforts in my body. Could you please tell me what might be the reason?
Looking forward to your reply! Thank you!
Doctor's answer:
Menstruation delayed by ten days, if pregnancy is ruled out. Then your menstruation is abnormal. Normal menstruation can be delayed or advanced by up to 7 days, which is considered normal. If the delay is too long, it indicates menstrual irregularity.In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), menstrual irregularity is often believed to be related to insufficient qi and blood. Menstruation is delayed primarily because the menstrual blood cannot fully fill the uterine cavity. If you are not pregnant, you can take the Chinese herbal medicine Qixue He capsule to regulate it. This medicine is a pure Chinese herbal formula that tonifies qi and nourishes blood, and it is effective in treating menstrual delay.