Patient's question:
Something bad is happening because I used to have my period every two months, and the menstrual cramps were very severe. So I didn't pay much attention. But this time, it's been four months, and an ultrasound showed I wasn't pregnant. The doctor checked the thickness of the uterine wall, or something like that—I forgot—and said it didn't look like I was going to get my period anytime soon. I then went to a traditional Chinese medicine doctor at the hospital, who took my pulse and said I have severe kidney Yang deficiency. They prescribed a five-day supply of herbal medicine, saying it would be more effective for my condition and that I should start by regulating it. I've almost finished drinking it, but I haven't felt anything yet. What should I do? The TCM doctor said I can take Gu Fu Di Huang Wan from Yisheng Tang now. I just registered, and I don't have any points to offer a bounty, but I really hope to get some help.Medical history and effectiveness: Currently taking herbal medicine.
Desired help:
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the causes of amenorrhea can be divided into physiological and pathological types. The physiological causes of amenorrhea include: impaired endocrine system, insufficient kidney qi, pregnancy; inability of the blood sea to be full during lactation, leading to reduced secretion of sex hormones by prolactin; and factors such as ovarian function decline around the age of 50 during menopause. In your case, it is considered that the delayed menstruation is caused by endocrine disorders due to the use of weight-loss medications or other hormone drugs, combined with irregular diet. You can take some herbal remedies like deer placenta ointment or white chicken wind pill to regulate menstruation, while also paying attention to a regular diet.