Treatment of oligomenorrhea: drugs, physiotherapy

Treatment of oligomenorrhea: drugs, physiotherapy

Types of oligomenorrhea, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of pathology

Oligomenorrhea in women - what is it? The condition is characterized by scanty or rare menstrual bleeding. With oligomenorrhea, the interval between menstruation is more than 35 days (regular from four to nine times a year). At the same time, the duration of menstruation can be different - from a few hours to 2-3 days.

Diagnosis of oligomenorrhea, causes of menstrual disorder

Oligomenorrhea - what is it, causes of pathology. Oligomenorrhea can be caused by prolactinoma (a benign tumor of the pituitary gland), the result of thyrotoxicosis, hormonal changes in perimenopause, Prader-Willi syndrome (hereditary form of obesity) and Graves' disease (diffuse toxic goiter). Liquid menstruation occurs in sportswomen. Athletics and swimming often affect a woman's reproductive health. A recent study showed that oligomenorrhea is more common in teenagers who are engaged in dancing, ballet, rhythmic gymnastics and follow a strict diet. Also, an irregular menstrual cycle is observed in women during breastfeeding, which is associated with hormonal changes in the body.

The cause of oligomenorrhea can be:

  • polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – the condition is observed in 6% of premenopausal women;
  • eating disorders - anorexia nervosa or bulimia;
  • ovarian dysfunction;
  • stress;
  • reception of hormonal drugs.

The following types of oligomenorrhea are distinguished: primary, secondary, physiological. The first occurs with the onset of menstruation, the second is noted in women with a normal cycle, the third is observed during perimenopause.

Diagnosis of oligomenorrhea is based on the study of the patient's history, complaints, assessment of her psycho-emotional status, determination of the level of sex hormones in the blood, ultrasound data.

Treatment of oligomenorrhea

The main symptoms of oligomenorrhea are rare, limited and short periods. Also, women suffering from menstrual cycle disorders may experience obesity, acne, hirsutism, decreased libido, and problems with conception.

For patients with oligomenorrhea, doctors recommend a balanced diet, weight control, adequate sleep and rest, and sufficient physical activity. You should give up smoking, do not abuse alcohol. Since most cases of menstrual disorders are associated with hormonal disorders, the treatment of oligomenorrhea consists in normalizing the level of hormones. Usually, PDAs (combined oral contraceptives) are prescribed.

Clinical recommendations for oligomenorrhea depend on the cause of the condition, the patient's age, and the presence of chronic diseases. A gynecologist can prescribe multivitamin complexes, physiotherapy, acupuncture, gynecological massage. Read more about oligomenorrhea therapy on our website https://dobrobut.com/

Updated: 05.04.2025
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