At fourteen, she experienced her first menstrual period. However, her periods had always been light, with the duration of her cycle being only 3 to 4 days. The color

Patient's question:

Menstrual volume is light, with a period of three to four days, dark red and black in color, and accompanied by clots

Doctor's answer:

Hello, there are many reasons that can cause a decrease in menstrual flow. Western medicine considers the following factors:
1. Hypothalamic-pituitary dysfunction: Often caused by psychological factors, genetic or environmental influences, or may result from systemic diseases or long-term use of birth control pills.
2. Certain gynecological conditions.
3. Dilation and curettage (D&C) surgery.
4. Ovarian hypoplasia.
Traditional Chinese Medicine attributes it to causes such as blood deficiency, kidney deficiency, and blood coldness. Treatment suggestions include taking Yixin Yangyan Orange Blossom Tea for regulation.