Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: After my menstrual period, I suddenly started bleeding again, with a significant amount, but it didn't stop. After taking medication and having a blood-stopping injection, it mostly stopped, but there was still some bleeding. An ultrasound examination showed no abnormalities, but there was a 7–8 cm growth on the posterior wall of the uterus.I had an intrauterine device (IUD) and polypectomy surgery 8 months ago, and no other issues were found. I would like to ask: What are the causes and treatments for menopausal functional bleeding?
First follow-up question: I didn’t understand the expert’s answer. It seems like I might have blood heat. Should I take traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)? I do believe in TCM. What precautions should I take in daily life, such as avoiding sexual activity? How should I take TCM? I currently have pale skin. Can I improve my condition through dietary supplements?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, functional uterine bleeding that occurs during menopause, in addition to increased menstrual flow, exhibits irregular menstrual cycles, and the amount of bleeding may fluctuate. Over time, it can lead to pelvic blood. Pay attention to your mental state and avoid emotional stimuli such as joy, anger, worry, pensiveness, sadness, fear, and shock. Prioritize climate health to prevent harmful stimuli from wind, cold, heat, dampness, and dryness. Pay attention to dietary hygiene and avoid inappropriate dietary stimuli such as raw, cold, sour, and spicy foods. Adopt hemostatic measures, select hemostatic medications, use estrogen and progesterone drugs, or traditional Chinese medicine, to regulate menstruation.