Amenorrhea - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute …
2016年11月7日 · Secondary amenorrhea (missing three menstrual periods in a row or not having periods for at least 6 months after menstruating normally) can result from various causes, such as: Natural causes. Pregnancy is the most common natural cause of secondary amenorrhea. Other physiologic causes include breastfeeding and menopause. Medications and therapies.
What causes amenorrhea? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …
2016年5月31日 · Secondary amenorrhea (missing three menstrual periods in a row or not having periods for at least 6 months after menstruating normally) can result from various causes, such as: Natural causes. Pregnancy is the most common natural cause of secondary amenorrhea. Other physiologic causes include breastfeeding and menopause. Medications and therapies.
What are the treatments for amenorrhea? - NICHD
2016年5月31日 · The treatment for amenorrhea depends on the underlying cause, as well as the health status and goals of the individual.If primary or secondary amenorrhea is caused by lifestyle factors, your health care provider may suggest changes in the areas below:
About Amenorrhea | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …
2017年1月31日 · Causes of secondary amenorrhea include pregnancy. Having regular periods is an important sign of overall health. Missing a period, when not caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, or menopause, is generally a sign of another health problem. If you miss your period, talk to your health care provider about possible causes, including pregnancy.
How is amenorrhea diagnosed? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2016年5月31日 · Results from this evaluation can help determine the cause of the chromosomal abnormality causing primary or secondary amenorrhea. Ultrasound. 1,2,3 This painless test uses sound waves to produce images of internal organs. This test can help determine if your reproductive organs are all present and shaped normally.
What causes normal puberty, precocious puberty, & delayed …
2018年5月16日 · Secondary hypogonadism (also known as central hypogonadism or hypogonadotropic hypogonadism), is caused by a problem with the pituitary gland or hypothalamus (part of the brain). In secondary hypogonadism, the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland fail to signal the gonads to properly release sex hormones. Causes of secondary hypogonadism include 4:
What are some possible causes of female infertility?
2016年10月17日 · PCOS is one of the most common causes of female infertility. 9 It is a condition in which a woman's ovaries and, in some cases, adrenal glands produce more androgens (a type of hormone) than normal. High levels of these hormones interfere with the development of ovarian follicles and release of eggs during ovulation.
Other Amenorrhea FAQs | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …
2016年5月31日 · Although some of the conditions that cause amenorrhea can also contribute to infertility, there is still a chance for pregnancy. In addition, certain medical treatments for amenorrhea can increase the chances of pregnancy. If you do not want to become pregnant and you have amenorrhea, you should use contraception to prevent pregnancy.
NICHD Amenorrhea Research Goals | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2016年5月31日 · NICHD's research efforts related to amenorrhea address its underlying causes and recognize it as an important indicator of women's health. NICHD-supported research focuses on amenorrhea within the context of investigating ovarian function in conditions such as Fragile X-associated primary ovarian insufficiency (FXPOI) and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), as well as infertility. NICHD research ...
What causes menstrual irregularities? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …
2016年8月2日 · Menstrual irregularities can have a variety of causes, including pregnancy, hormonal imbalances, infections, diseases, trauma, and certain medications. 1,2,3,4,5,6. Causes of irregular periods (generally light) include: 2. Perimenopause (generally in the late 40s and early 50s) Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI)