What disease can cause missed menstruation? Analysis of 10 common causes and countermeasures
Irregular menstruation or amenorrhea is a common health problem in women and may be caused by a variety of diseases or physiological factors. The following is a collection of related topics and structured data that have been hotly discussed across the Internet in the past 10 days to help you quickly understand key information.
1. Ranking of the top 10 diseases that cause missed menstruation

| Ranking | Disease name | Typical symptoms | High-risk groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) | Oligomenorrhea, acne, hirsutism | Women of childbearing age (15-44 years old) |
| 2 | Abnormal thyroid function | Hypothyroidism: intolerance to cold/fatigue; hyperthyroidism: palpitations/weight loss | Women aged 20-50 |
| 3 | premature ovarian insufficiency | Hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness | Women before 40 years old |
| 4 | hyperprolactinemia | Galactorrhea, headache, visual impairment | postpartum women |
| 5 | Endometrial damage | Uterine adhesions, postoperative amenorrhea | Women with multiple abortion histories |
2. Recent hot search related topics
1. #Excessive weight loss leads to amenorrhea# Number of discussions: 285,000
2. #COVID19 vaccine affects menstrual cycle# Reading volume: 120 million
3. # workplace stress and menstrual disorder# ranked TOP3 on the health list
3. Inspection items that need to be focused on
| Check type | Specific projects | reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Six items of hormones | FSH/LH/PRL, etc. | 200-400 yuan |
| Imaging examination | Pelvic B-ultrasound/MRI | 150-800 yuan |
| metabolic assessment | glucose tolerance test | 100-300 yuan |
4. Coping Strategies for Different Age Groups
1.adolescent female: It is normal for the cycle to be unstable within 2 years after menarche, but persistent amenorrhea requires investigation of congenital abnormalities.
2.Women of childbearing age: First rule out pregnancy, secondly screen for endocrine diseases
3.perimenopausal women: Need to differentiate between natural menopause and pathological amenorrhea
5. The 5 issues that netizens are most concerned about
1. How long does it take to delay menstruation before you need to seek medical treatment?
Answer:Abnormal cycles for 3 consecutive months or menopause for ≥ 6 months
2. Does taking progesterone to cause menstruation treat the symptoms rather than the root cause?
Answer:Need to cooperate with the cause of treatment
3. Can premature ovarian failure be reversed?
Answer:Early intervention improves symptoms
4. How to recover from amenorrhea caused by dieting and weight loss?
Answer:BMI needs to be restored to above 18.5
5. What situations require emergency treatment?
Answer:Severe abdominal pain accompanied by amenorrhea may be an ectopic pregnancy
6. Prevention Suggestions
1. Keep your BMI between 18.5-23.9
2. Exercise moderately 3-5 times a week
3. Manage stress levels (high cortisol can inhibit ovulation)
4. Annual gynecological examination + thyroid screening
5. Avoid frequent use of emergency contraceptive pills
Note: The data in this article are synthesized from the National Health Commission’s guidelines, clinical data from tertiary hospitals, and health platform hot search lists. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific diagnosis and treatment.
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