Around the age of 50, women experience a decline in ovarian function, leading to the gradual cessation of menstruation, which is a normal physiological phenomenon. However, when young women experience irregular menstruation or even amenorrhea, it is considered abnormal. So, what are the specific reasons that cause some young women to have irregular menstruation or stop menstruating? The main reasons are as follows:
1. Endocrine disorders: Patients with congenital ovarian dysplasia or polycystic ovary syndrome cannot produce sufficient estrogen and progesterone, preventing the endometrium from undergoing cyclical changes. As a result, there is no endometrial shedding, leading to irregular menstruation or even the absence of menstruation.
2. Medication effects: Unhealthy contraceptive methods, such as long-term use of emergency contraceptive pills, can easily lead to amenorrhea in women. Contraceptive pills have significant side effects on the body, which can cause endocrine disorders leading to irregular menstruation and ultimately the risk of amenorrhea.
3. Dietary factors: Women pursuing a good figure who blindly diet and lose weight, resulting in insufficient nutrient intake, can lead to poor physical development, making it difficult for the uterus to form the endometrium, causing amenorrhea. Prolonged excessive consumption of cold and stimulating foods can also affect menstruation.
4. Mental stress: Intense competition in studies or work increases psychological load and severe mental stress, which can also lead to early menopausal symptoms in these women, thereby affecting menstruation.
To prevent irregular menstruation and amenorrhea, women need to minimize uterine cavity surgeries and avoid abortion procedures; not indiscriminately take weight loss pills or contraceptive pills; usually strengthen physical exercise, enhance physical fitness, increase nutrition, pay attention to eating more meat, poultry, eggs, milk, and fresh vegetables and fruits, and avoid spicy and excessively cold stimulating foods. Pay attention to avoiding excessive stress, stabilize emotions, and keep the qi and blood flowing smoothly. During menstruation, keep warm, avoid cold water, and refrain from eating raw and cold fruits and other foods.
