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Friday, April 24, 2009 ( 8:04 PM )

Went online, researched on menstrual irregularities.

Came across this.

What are menstrual irregularities?
Sometimes women have problems in their menstrual cycle—called menstrual irregularities or menstrual problems. They may not get periods, get periods too frequently, have unpredictable menstrual bleeding, or they may have painful periods.

When not caused by pregnancy, menstrual irregularities are usually a sign of a larger condition or problem. There are many conditions that can cause menstrual irregularities.

And one of them is - Amenorrhea

What is amenorrhea?
Amenorrhea is the absence of a menstrual period. Amenorrhea occurs when a woman does not get her period by age 16, or when she stops getting her period for at least three months and is not pregnant.

Amenorrhea is not a disease. Instead, it is a symptom of another condition. Possible causes can include moderate or excessive exercising, eating disorders (such as anorexia nervosa), physical or psychological stress, tumors, and hormonal problems. Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may also experience amenorrhea.

* Primary amenorrhea is when a young woman has not yet had a period by age 16.
* Secondary amenorrhea describes someone who used to have a regular period but then it stopped for at least three months (this can include pregnancy).

Amenorrhea itself is not a disease, but is usually a symptom of another condition. Depending on that condition, a woman might experience other symptoms, such as headache, vision changes, hair loss, or excess facial hair.

What are the causes of amenorrhea?
Amenorrhea is a symptom of a variety of conditions, ranging from not serious to serious.

Secondary amenorrhea

* This problem is much more common than primary amenorrhea.
* Common causes include many of those listed for primary amenorrhea, as well as pregnancy, certain contraceptives, breastfeeding, mental stress, and certain medications.
* Hormonal problems involving the hypothalamus, pituitary, thyroid, ovary, or adrenal glands can also cause amenorrhea.
* Women who have very low body weight sometimes stop getting their periods as well.
* Women with premature ovarian failure stop getting regular their periods before natural menopause.

What is treatment for amenorrhea?
Treatment for amenorrhea depends on the underlying cause. Sometimes lifestyle changes can help if weight, stress, or physical activity is causing the amenorrhea. Other times medications and oral contraceptives can help the problem.

I think I have this.

I should get it checked.

But, I'm scared.

Hello Harshness.

Lotza Lurrrve,
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