How to deal with amenorrhea and nausea?

Written by Jia Rui
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Updated on September 06, 2024
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If nausea occurs after menopause, it's important to determine whether the menopause is physiological or pathological. Generally, menopause after the age of 55 is considered physiological, but if it occurs before the age of 55, the cause of the menopause should be considered, such as ovarian diseases. If nausea occurs with menopause, attention should be paid to adjusting the diet, eating more fresh vegetables and fruits, and consuming vitamin- and protein-rich foods. Maintain a pleasant mood, avoid spicy and greasy foods, and avoid fatigue.

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Women generally experience menopause at what age?

The average age of menopause for women in our country is generally around 49 years old. Before menopause, some people may experience irregular periods for about two to three years, a period also known as the perimenopause. Some may have periods once every two or three months until they gradually cease, reaching menopause. Others might experience increased menstrual flow, prolonged periods, and shorter cycles. Thus, generally, women around 48 or 49 years of age, if experiencing irregular periods, should consider that they are nearing menopause and should pay attention to menopausal care. After menopause at the age of 49, some may experience symptoms of menopause. Therefore, the average age of menopause in our country is around 49 years old.

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What tests are required for amenorrhea?

Amenorrhea is one of the most common gynecological diseases, and it usually requires an ultrasound and a sex hormone panel test. Testing the sex hormone panel should be done by drawing blood on an empty stomach in the morning, three to five days after the onset of menstruation, for more accurate results. After identifying the cause, treatment should be targeted accordingly. There are many reasons for amenorrhea in women, such as poor lifestyle habits, excessive fasting for weight loss, malnutrition, and kidney deficiency, all of which can cause this condition. Amenorrhea can lead to disturbances in the ovulation cycle and, in severe cases, prevent the development of follicles, causing infertility in women.

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Is amenorrhea a disease?

Amenorrhea is first divided into physiological or pathological. If it is physiological, it generally is not a major issue, but pathological cases must be treated symptomatically. For physiological amenorrhea, such as not menstruating for three months during the breastfeeding period, this is normal. It's mainly influenced by the secretion of prolactin from the ovaries, so it’s possible not to have menstruation during breastfeeding, and this is not a problem. Moreover, some people use medications, such as those used to treat endometriosis, which can cause amenorrhea; this type of amenorrhea is normal, and menstruation usually resumes after stopping the medication. Then there is pathological amenorrhea, typically seen with severe conditions like uterine endometrium or intrauterine adhesions, which can also cause a lack of menstruation. Additionally, ovarian secretory dysfunction, certain endocrine disorders, or premature ovarian failure, can all lead to amenorrhea, requiring related medical examinations and symptomatic treatment in a hospital.

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What should a woman do if she experiences amenorrhea?

The number of follicles in a woman's ovaries is fixed from birth. From birth to adolescence, the follicles begin to develop, and ovulation occurs each month. Once all the follicles are depleted, ovarian function declines, leading to menopause. When a woman experiences menopause after the age of 40, it is considered a normal occurrence, and estrogen replacement therapy can be used at this time. However, a physical examination must be conducted before using these medications, as they are not suitable for everyone. If menopausal symptoms are particularly severe, sequential estrogen therapy can be applied, which may result in the return of menstrual periods, but this does not indicate a recovery of ovarian function; it is due to the medication. If the symptoms during menopause are not very severe, observational treatment may also be considered.

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Causes of Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea can be physiological or pathological. Physiological amenorrhea, for example, occurs during the breastfeeding period when menstruation is irregular for three consecutive months; this is considered normal. Also, some patients may experience temporary amenorrhea due to medications used to treat conditions such as endometriosis, which is also normal. Pathological amenorrhea, commonly seen in clinical settings, includes conditions such as ovarian dysfunction, severe intrauterine adhesions, premature ovarian failure, or other endocrine disorders, which can result in the absence of menstruation. It is essential for individuals experiencing amenorrhea to undergo relevant medical examinations to identify the cause, followed by appropriate treatments based on the findings.