Patient's question:
My menstrual cycle has never been regular; it's usually delayed by a week.And my digestive system has always been poor, with frequent constipation. It gets even worse when I travel to other places. In November, I went on a week-long trip outside, and I noticed:
1. My period hadn’t come for two months. I was worried, but I didn’t suspect pregnancy because I had no pregnancy symptoms. I even took two pregnancy tests, both of which showed negative. What could be going on?
2. Could constipation affect the regularity of my menstrual cycle?
3. Not having a period for two months—would it be related to...
Doctor's answer:
Hello:1: Since your situation has been confirmed as not being pregnant, it is best to actively pursue treatment for menstrual irregularities. You can use progesterone for active regulation of the menstrual cycle!
2: Constipation is not closely related to the menstrual cycle.
3: For your menstrual irregularities, it is recommended that you actively undergo an ultrasound examination and an endocrine test at the hospital to confirm the diagnosis.
4: For constipation:
1. General treatment: Eat more vegetables, fruits, corn, soy, and other foods to increase dietary fiber intake. Develop a regular bowel movement habit and strengthen exercise.
2. Actively treat underlying conditions, such as perianal diseases.
3. Medication: Alternate the use of various laxatives and avoid using strong laxatives. Use bulk-forming laxatives, lubricating laxatives (e.g., petroleum jelly), osmotic laxatives (e.g., lactulose, sorbitol), and stimulant laxatives (e.g., castor oil, anthraquinone drugs) as appropriate.