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14 Jun

2025

🩸 Understanding Menstrual Disorders: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options

Menstrual health is a crucial part of every woman’s overall well-being. Yet many women silently endure irregularities and discomfort without seeking proper medical attention. At Divya Clinic and Diagnostic Center, Janakpur, we encourage women to speak up, understand their bodies, and access expert care.

In this article, we explore four common menstrual disorders that affect women of all ages — their causes, symptoms, and available treatments.


1. Irregular Periods (Oligomenorrhea / Amenorrhea)

πŸ” What is it?

  • Oligomenorrhea: Infrequent periods (cycle > 35 days)

  • Amenorrhea: Absence of periods for 3+ months

🧬 Causes:

  • Hormonal imbalances (thyroid issues, PCOS)

  • Stress or eating disorders

  • Weight changes (underweight or obesity)

  • Certain medications or birth control use

⚠️ Symptoms:

  • Missed or delayed periods

  • Changes in flow or duration

  • Infertility or difficulty conceiving

🩺 Treatment:

  • Hormonal therapy (e.g., progesterone)

  • Treat underlying cause (e.g., PCOS, thyroid)

  • Lifestyle and diet modifications


2. Heavy Menstrual Bleeding (Menorrhagia)

πŸ” What is it?

Excessive blood loss during periods (changing pads every 1–2 hours, prolonged bleeding > 7 days).

🧬 Causes:

  • Uterine fibroids or polyps

  • Hormonal imbalances

  • Blood clotting disorders

  • Thyroid dysfunction or IUD use

⚠️ Symptoms:

  • Soaking through pads quickly

  • Clots in menstrual blood

  • Fatigue or anemia symptoms (dizziness, weakness)

🩺 Treatment:

  • Iron supplements for anemia

  • Hormonal medications or antifibrinolytics

  • Ultrasound to detect fibroids

  • Surgery (D&C, myomectomy) in severe cases


3. Painful Periods (Dysmenorrhea)

πŸ” What is it?

Severe cramping and pelvic pain during menstruation, sometimes radiating to the back or thighs.

🧬 Causes:

  • Primary dysmenorrhea (no disease — just strong contractions)

  • Secondary dysmenorrhea (caused by endometriosis, fibroids, PID)

⚠️ Symptoms:

  • Pain before or during periods

  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea

  • Impact on daily life or work

🩺 Treatment:

  • Pain relief (NSAIDs like ibuprofen)

  • Hormonal birth control to reduce flow

  • Treating underlying condition if present (e.g., endometriosis)


4. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and PMDD

πŸ” What is it?

PMS includes mood swings, irritability, fatigue, and bloating before periods. PMDD is a more severe form with depression and anxiety.

🧬 Causes:

  • Hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle

  • Serotonin changes in the brain

  • Stress, poor diet, or lack of sleep

⚠️ Symptoms:

  • Mood changes, anger, anxiety

  • Breast tenderness, bloating, headaches

  • Fatigue and food cravings

🩺 Treatment:

  • Lifestyle changes: exercise, sleep, healthy diet

  • SSRIs (antidepressants) for PMDD

  • Hormonal therapy (pills or patches)


🧘‍♀️ When Should You See a Gynaecologist?

  • If your cycles are persistently irregular

  • If pain interferes with daily life

  • If bleeding is too heavy or prolonged

  • If you feel emotionally distressed before periods

You don't have to live in discomfort. Menstrual disorders are common, manageable, and treatable with the right care.


πŸ₯ Get Expert Menstrual Health Care at Divya Clinic

At Divya Clinic and Diagnostic Center, Janakpur, we offer:

  • Expert gynaecological consultations

  • Hormonal and diagnostic testing (thyroid, ultrasound, etc.)

  • In-house pharmacy and lab

  • Personalized treatment plans with follow-up care

πŸ“ Location: Janakpur-10, Dhanusha, Nepal
πŸ“ž Call Now: +977 041 591077
🌐 Visit: www.divyaclinicjanakpur.com

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