All About Amenorrhea - Women Health: 2010

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Sept. 18- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Fertility Herbal Supplements - Natural Treatment For Amenorrhea & Irregular Periods
By Bruce Maul

There are pros and cons to an irregular menstrual cycle. For one, the absence of ovulation for a few months up to a year becomes an inherent form of birth control. But then again in the upkeep of female reproductive health, any instance of failed menstruation in women-called Amenorrhea in the medical jargon-should be treated accordingly, not just for pro-creative ends but also in the purpose of sustaining general female health. Amenorrhea affects around 1% of women in their reproductive age and while the condition is a major cause for infertility, prolonged amenorrhea could trigger the irregular thickening of the uterus lining that sets the stage for endometrial cancer.

Doctors usually prescribe the intake of contraceptives to regularize menstruation. True enough, birth control pills work to induce menstruation but the side effects of binge eating, sluggishness, mood disorders and weight gain often persuade many to discontinue its use. Moreover, critics maintain that while contraceptives do promote monthly bleeding, this does not actually qualify as menstruation. So that leaves affected women with two options. One would be to dabble with the risks of hormone treatments and fertility medications or perhaps take the alternative route and use herbal supplements to restore reproductive health.

A number of herbal remedies have been widely administered since the ancient times to enhance sexual functioning and treat infertility. To this day, the potency of these natural remedies has not lost its efficacy despite the influx of its pharmaceutical counterparts.

Chaste Berry is a widely accepted herbal remedy that stimulates the release of LH and FSH or the hormones vital to ovulation and menstruation. Another herb that enhances hormone functioning is Black Cohosh, a natural remedy prescribed by herbalists to prevent miscarriage. Regulating the menstrual cycle on the other hand is among the many medicinal properties of the Siberian Ginseng, a revered Chinese tonic that promotes energy and enhances overall systemic functioning.

Using the extracts of traditional fertility herbal remedies that are expertly combined in a therapeutic solution of primary and support herbs, modern day herbalists have concocted fertility herbal supplements intended to treat various sexual disorders ranging from the loss of libido, hormonal imbalance as well as failed ovulation leading to amenorrhea. Now these treatments won't trigger the side effects typical with contraceptives nor cause multiple births in case continued herbal supplement use concludes with a successful pregnancy.

Get natural remedies for amenorrhea today! Not just for the sake of regulating menstruation but to guarantee a woman's overall reproductive health as well.

Bruce Maul is a partner in Gold Flax Seed, Inc. which provides only top quality Flax Seed, Herbal Remedies and other health related products. Learn more about Herbal Remedies by visiting http://www.myherbalremedystore.com

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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Sept. 09- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Amenorrhea - What Does Not Having a Menstrual Cycle Mean?
By Dr. Kathleen Albertson, PhD

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"A" in Greek is the word for "negative," "men" is the word for "month" and "rhea" refers to "flow." Amenorrhea means "no menstrual flow" (absence of menstruation). In Chinese medicine, it refers to "no moon."
Rudyard Kipling said, "East is east and West is west and never the twain shall meet." Today it is more important than ever to understand TCM (Traditional Chinese medicine which includes acupuncture and herbal medicine) as well as Western medicine. Today's reality integrates these two schools of thought to improve patient care. TCM gets to the root cause naturally with out the harsh affects of drugs.
We know that gynecology in China goes back as far as the early 1500 BC. Gynecologists were called "breast doctors" who treated diseases "under the skirt." By taking advantage of this ancient, successful medicine, we resolve many gynecological health problems at its source, earlier in the woman's reproductive life, and perhaps bearing her from a lifetime of medications, infertility, or lack of hope.
For most women TCM is not sought as the first line of medical resolution. They seek out acupuncture and herbal medicine when all else fails; when they are the middle of fertility procedures, or when someone recommends TCM to them. We owe it to the women in our lives to recommend TCM for this condition. It is normal for menstruation to cease during pregnancy and breast-feeding. So, unless it is a structural or congenital health problem TCM provides solutions and restores your health.
Failure to menstruate may cause the uterine lining to thicken putting you at risk for cancers.
Definitions
Primary amenorrhea A young woman has reached the age of 16 (in some texts 18) and has not begun menstruating. Oligomenorrhea or secondary amenorrhea A woman who has started menses but has missed menstrual cycles for three consecutive months.
Secondary amenorrhea often occurs with extreme exercise such as long-distance running. Typically, leaner women have higher levels of protein which affect estrogen; therefore, less free estrogen is available to stimulate the reproductive cycle properly. Other specific causes include stress, nutritional inadequacies, hormonal imbalances, tumors, intrauterine infection, endometriosis, discontinuation of oral contraceptives, diseases such as diabetes mellitus or tuberculosis, anorexia nervosa, or obesity. In hypergonadotropin amenorrhea, high gonadotropin â"EUR any of several hormones that stimulate the growth and activity of the gonads, especially follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) â"EUR and low estrogen levels create symptoms similar to those of menopause: atrophy of the reproductive organs, hot flashes, irritability and other changes. The patient may experience internal sensations of heat, thirst, irritability, low back pain, vaginal dryness or dryness of the eyes. This type is affiliated with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), or premature ovarian failure (POF).
TCM looks to: • overwork, • emotional and physical stress, • poor diet, • or constitutional weakness
that creates deficiencies of Qi, Blood, Essence or Liver Blood. The Blood "fails to arrive" (menstruation) and becomes stagnant. Emotional stress, excessive physical work or overwork, poor nutritional choices, anger, sadness, anxiety and worry in today's busy world are common culprits leading to these disorders. Many women feel that they have busy lives, but handle the stress well. Many don't realize the imbalance this causes, many are reluctant to admit it, and many don't perceive it as a disorder.
Other symptoms may include menses that stops after several months with decreasing volume of blood. Fatigue, anxiety or depression, or insomnia are also common symptoms.
Some women may experience: • Poor appetite. • Bloating. • Loose stools. • Constipation.
A woman may either express cold hands and feet, or heat sensations at night. Other women may experience secondary amenorrhea with the cycle lengthening gradually developing to amenorrhea accompanied by foggy thinking, obesity, or excessive vaginal discharge. These are imbalances that all can be treated with TCM. Your practitioner will determine which organ systems are the cause of your problems and create a treatment protocol specifically for you.
TCM is underutilized and under valued as a primary resource for resolving your health problems. Educate yourself, your mother, sisters, daughters, and friends on the true importance of achieving optimum health naturally. This includes TCM. Integration of Western and Eastern medicine fosters the best medical care.
Kathie is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, author, and nutritionist in practice for over 15 years.
Dr. Kathleen Albertson, L. Ac. PhD, Holistic Nutrition (949)-861-8901 http://www.orangecountyacupuncture.com Author of "Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine for Women's Health: Bridging the Gap Between Western and Eastern Medicine."
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Sept. 01- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Amenorrhea - A Natural Treatment Checklist
By Robert Rister

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Pain Free Periods In 60 Days
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Here are some key concepts for coping with amenorrhea, written from a holistic health perspective. Any of these considerations might make the critical difference in re-establishing normal periods.
Sexually active heterosexual women who miss their periods may be pregnant. When appropriate, a pregnancy test should always be performed before extensive medical examination to determine the cause of amenorrhea.
Women who have amenorrhea should limit their consumption of caffeinated coffee to 1-2 cups per day. Caffeine can contribute to osteoporosis.
Heavy use of marijuana interferes with estrogen and progesterone production and can cause amenorrhea.
Vaginal dryness is an indication of low estrogen production, but the frequently recommended soy isoflavones, red clover, and black cohosh are not appropriate. Flax seed (not flaxseed oil) may be more helpful, when taken for 3 to 4 months.
A hallmark of overexercise is the willingness to exercise even when exhausted, injured, or ill. Exercise under these circumstances is anxiety driven and should be reassessed.
Delayed puberty can be a sign of thyroid dysfunction. Girls who have not had their first period by age 14 should be referred to a health provider for diagnosis and advice.
Amenorrhea with unusual hair growth is a symptom of polycystic ovarian disease (POD), and unusual hair growth in women athletes is a strong indicator of the condition. Treatments for POD overlap those for type 2 diabetes (see Polycystic Ovarian Disease).
Drugs to limit menstruation to once or several times a year will in themselves do little to enhance athletic performance, since muscle strength is more or less constant during all phases of a woman's menstrual cycle.
Women who need to reduce calorie consumption to meet the requirements of their sport should eat more high-fiber foods before trying to reduce carbs, fats, or proteins. Heavy exercise reduces the body's sensitivity to the hormone cholecystokinin, but high-fiber foods, particularly oat bran, increase the production of the hormone and relieve hunger.
Read Understanding Amenorrhea and Natural Therapies: Amenorrhea. Robert Rister is the author or co-author of nine books and over 2,000 articles on natural health.

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Monday, August 23, 2010

August 24- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Cortisol and Amenorrhea - Why Stress Causes You to Stop Having a Monthly Menstrual Cycle
By Dr. Chase Hayden, D.C. QN

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Throughout a female's life, she will experience many hormonal changes. The earliest transition comes between childhood and adolescence. On average, a girl begins menstruating around the age of 12. In some cases the menstrual cycle can begin as early as 8 or as late as 16. If a female has not started her menstrual cycle by the age of 16 she is often diagnosed with primary amenorrhea. Amenorrhea occurs when the levels of female reproductive hormones are not sufficient to stimulate menstruation. The most common causes of secondary amenorrhea include malnutrition, over-exercising, stress and breast feeding.
Malnutrition can come in varying degrees. When a girl is anorexic (refuses to eat for fear of gaining weight or losing her figure) or bulimic (eats and then induces vomiting for fear of gaining weight or losing her figure) she will often delay the onset of her menstrual cycle, or lose it once it has started. Girls that have a diet lacking the essential amino acids and fats can also be more likely to develop secondary amenorrhea. This is often the case with vegetarian female athletes. A well rounded diet, with plenty of whole food sources of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and healthy fats will often return the amenorrheic woman to where she needs to be.
Mild to moderate exercise is a great way to maintain optimal health and wellness. Exercise increases the metabolism, assists in weight management, improves mental clarity, as well as many other great things. Intensive or excessive exercise can lead to hormonal imbalance in both men and women. Exercise creates stress on our organs, muscles, and joints because it involves work. This "good" stress can be beneficial but in excess, it creates a rise in the stress regulating hormone called cortisol. As the hormone cortisol increases in our body continually, sex hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone decrease. When these hormones are out of balance, many of the symptoms associated with women's health present. These include PMS, weight gain, acne, abnormal menstrual cycles, hot flashes, mood swings, bone loss, osteoporosis, infertility and more.
Increasing cortisol is the body's response to any stressful situation. As noted above, intensive or excessive exercise can induce chronic stress in a woman's body, leading to imbalances between cortisol and other health sustaining hormones. Chronic stress in any form will act similarly in a woman's body. Stress comes in all shapes and sizes through physical, chemical, and emotional means.
Some examples in everyday life include: financial pressure, work assignments, death in the family, children leaving home for school, marriage, poor diet, auto accidents, chemical irritants, etc. The stress regulators in our body respond similarly to all of the stressors listed above. No matter the source of stress, the human body's response to stress is to release cortisol, and chronic release of cortisol in the body leads to imbalance of hormones, which lead to symptoms. These symptoms are good for us, and should not be covered up because they warn us that we are no longer in balance.
Dr. Chase Hayden, DC, QN is a holistic doctor that incorporates applied kinesiology, quantum neurology rehabilitation, and functional nutrition in his practice. He is the owner of The Hayden Institute in Houston, TX where the majority of his general practice are women seeking the relief of PMS, menopause, infertility, and other female related symptoms through alternative approaches. He is happily married and currently has two children. For more information regarding Dr. Chase Hayden and his services, please visit http://www.DrChaseHayden.com

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Sunday, August 15, 2010

August 16- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Amenorrhea - Definition, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
By Juliet Cohen

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Amenorrhea is absence of menstruation. Amenorrhea is a normal feature in prepubertal, pregnant, and postmenopausal females. Amenorrhea can be caused by any number of changes in the organs, glands, and hormones involved in menstruation. Stress due to internal or situational concerns can cause secondary amenorrhea, because stress interferes with the brain's control (through hormones) of the ovaries. Amenorrhea may be classified as primary or secondary. primary amenorrhea - from the beginning and usually lifelong; menstruation never begins at puberty. Primary amenorrhea is defined as the failure of menses to occur by age 16 years. Secondary amenorrhea - due to some physical cause and usually of later onset; a condition in which menstrual periods which were at one time normal and regular become increasing abnormal and irregular or absent. Secondary amenorrhea is defined as the cessation of menses once they have begun. This problem is seen in about 1% of women of reproductive age. Amenorrhea occurs if the hypothalamus and pituitary fail to provide appropriate gonadotropin stimulation to the ovary, resulting in inadequate production of estradiol or in failure of ovulation and progesterone production. Amenorrhea can also occur if the ovaries fail to produce adequate amounts of estradiol despite normal and appropriate gonadotropin stimulation by the hypothalamus and pituitary. Chronic conditions (eg, starvation, excessive exercise, depression, psychological stress, marijuana use, Crohn disease, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, thalassemia major, HIV infection, renal disease, thyroid disease, diabetes mellitus, anorexia nervosa)

Physiologic states of amenorrhoea are seen during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding). The hypothalamus is the initiator of the follicular phase. The gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) pump located in the hypothalamus releases GnRH in a pulsatile fashion into the portal vessel system surrounding the anterior pituitary gland. GnRH interacts with the anterior pituitary gland to release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the follicular phase. FSH is secreted into the circulation and interacts with the granulosa cells surrounding the developing oocytes. As levels of progesterone, estradiol, and inhibin decline 2-3 days before menses, the hypothalamus begins to release higher levels of FSH, which recruits oocytes for the next menstrual cycle. As FSH increases during the early portion of the follicular phase, it interacts with granulosa cells to stimulate the aromatization of androgens into estradiol. Early in the follicular phase, both estradiol and FSH increase the FSH-receptor content of the developing follicles. Over the next several days, the steady increase of estradiol (E2) levels exerts a progressively greater suppressive influence on pituitary FSH release. Only one selected lead follicle, with the largest reservoir of estrogen, can withstand the declining FSH environment. The remaining oocytes that initially were recruited with the lead follicle undergo atresia. Immediately prior to ovulation, the combination of E2 and FSH leads to the production of luteinizing-hormone (LH) receptors on the granulosa cells surrounding the lead follicle.

Hormonal contraceptives that contain only progestogen like the oral contraceptive Circulating estradiol stimulates growth of the endometrium. Progesterone, produced by the corpus luteum formed after ovulation, transforms proliferating endometrium into secretory endometrium. During the late follicular phase, estrogen positively influences LH secretion, instead of suppressing pituitary LH secretion as it does early in the follicular phase. To have this positive effect, the E2 level must achieve a sustained elevation for several days. The LH surge promotes maturation of the dominant oocyte, the release of the oocyte and then the luteinization of the granulosa cells and the surrounding theca cells of the dominant follicle resulting in progesterone production. The appropriate level of progesterone arising from the maturing dominant follicle contributes to the precise timing of the mid-cycle surge of LH. E2 promotes uterine endometrial gland growth, which allows for future implantation. Other signs or symptoms along with the absence of periods, such as milky nipple discharge, headache, vision changes, or excessive hair growth on your face and torso (hirsutism).

Treatments of Amenorrhea based on the condition. Medical care needs are defined by the etiology of the menstrual cycle disturbance and the desires of the patient. Progesterone supplements (hormone treatment). Gonadotropin therapy or the use of pulsatile GnRH therapy is required to induce ovulation for patients with infertility whose underlying pathology cannot be reversed. Dopamine agonists are effective in treating hyperprolactinemia. Oral contraceptives (ovulation inhibitors). Dietary modifications (to include increased caloric and fat intake). Hormone replacement therapy is required to maintain bone density in patients whose underlying pathology cannot be reversed to restore normal endocrine function. In most cases, physicians will induce menstruation in non-pregnant females who have missed two or more consecutive menstrual periods, because of the danger posed to the uterus if the non-fertilized egg and endometrium lining are not expelled. Without this monthly expulsion, the risk of uterine cancer increases.Women with evidence of hyperandrogenism and disordered menses have many other medical issues that must be addressed. Specific treatment for amenorrhea is your opinion or preference and expectations for the course of the condition.

Juliet Cohen writes articles for health care clinic and home remedies. She also writes articles on beauty tips.

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Sunday, August 8, 2010

August 09- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Amenorrhea III - How to Treat and Prevent Amenorrhea With Foods
By Kyle J Norton

Amenorrhea is defined as delay of menstruation. There are 2 types of amenrrhea:

a) Primary amenorrhea is defined as no period by age 16 and
b) Secondary amenrrhea is defined as period begins at the appropriate age, but later stops for more than 3 cycles or 6 months. Women who had a delay of period used to think that may be pregnant. In fact, there are many causes of amenorrhea. In this article, we will discuss how to treat amenorrhea with foods.

1. Whole grain

Whole grain contains high amounts of fiber that help to remove toxins from our body and indirectly strengthens liver function, which helps to maintain the levels of estrogened resulting in lowered xenoestrogen in our body.

2. Celery seed

Celery seed contains high amounts of butylidene-phthalide which helps to balance woman's natural hormones and reduce emotional stress causing irregular hormone production by cleansing toxins from the liver as well as improving reproduction of red blood cells caused by liver malfunction.

3. Soy

Soy contains high amounts of isoflavones which helps to balance your body's estrogen levels as well as binding the xenoestrogen causing breast cancer and tumors. Soy raises the levels of estrogen if it is too low and lowers levels of estrogen if it is too high.

4. Yogurt

Yogurt contains lactobacillus bacteria that helps to lower incidence of breast cancer as well as preventing the re-absorption of xenoestrogen and enhancing immune effects.

5. Legumes

Legumes and other protein rich food contains high amounts of coumestans that helps to improve metabolism of estrogen in the liver. It also helps to maintain levels of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids as well as cleansing the bad cholesterol in our body, improving blood flow.

6. Sesame seed

Besides containing proteins that are necessary for improving metabolism of estrogen levels in the liver, sesame seed contains lignans that helps to increase levels of phyto-estrogen and reducing the production of estrogen converting into xenoestrogen wich causes breast cancer and amenorrhea.

7. Potato

Potato contains high amounts of steroidial saponins that helps to block the over-production of estrogen by increasing levels of phyto-estrogen, the element which is necessary for normalizing menstrual cycle.

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Sunday, August 1, 2010

August 02- 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Amenorrhea Testing and Diagnosis
By Bond Mejeh

There is a combination of hormonal issues associated with amenorrhea though they are rarely life threatening. There may need to be several tests conducted by your doctor to accurately determine the underlying cause. Such tests would include:

A pregnancy test will probably be the first test your doctor does to check for possible pregnancy.
Pelvic exams are performed to check for any abnormalities with reproductive organs.
The physical exam includes checking for indications of changes that should be occurring at puberty. Medication history will also be discussed.
Blood tests such as a thyroid function test or a test to evaluate prolactin levels can reveal any inconsistency in hormone levels, which could be the cause for amenorrhea. If a woman has experienced more than usual hair growth, a test for hormone levels may also be administered.
Progestin challenge tests can also be administered. This test involves taking a progestogen or some hormonal medication for 7 to 10 days. This medication will trigger menstrual bleeding and as a result, your doctor can determine whether your menstrual periods have halted due low estrogen levels.
An imaging test may be administered by your doctor after reviewing your symptoms and blood test results. Imaging tests such as a CT scan (computerized tomography), an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or an ultrasound can show if there are pituitary tumors or any abnormalities in reproductive organs.
Laparoscopy or hysteroscopy is generally considered a last option if other testing (as those mentioned above) reveal nothing or are inconclusive. Minimally invasive surgery may be recommended by your doctor to view internal organs. Occasionally, problems found during surgery can be treated simultaneously.

Treatments And Drugs

The cause of amenorrhea will determine its treatment. You may need to make some changes to your lifestyle as per your doctor's recommendations. Such changes may include adjustments to your body weight, exercise routine or physical activity in general as well as stress level management. Those who have hypothalamic amenorrhea or PCOS may need oral contraceptives for treatment prescribed by a physician. Medication is usually used to treat amenorrhea when the underlying cause is thyroid or pituitary disorder.

A Healthy Lifestyle

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will help a normal menstruation cycle. You may want to consider implementing some other things below but you should always consult your physician.

Consider changes in your diet and exercise activity in order to achieve a healthy body weight.
Balance work, recreation and rest.
Reduce stress-causing situations. Consult a physician family or friends if you need help to decrease stress levels.

In order to be aware of changes in your menstrual cycle you should keep a record of when they occur. Include the calendar date, the duration and symptoms experienced that are a cause for concern.

Consult female family relatives (mother, sister etc...) to see if anyone in your family has had a case of amenorrhea. This type of information can assist your doctor in determining the underlying cause for the condition. You may feel some anxiety due to the condition, but your doctor can provide you with management and treatment to help you find ways to restore and regulate your menstrual cycle.

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Sunday, July 25, 2010

July 26 - 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Home Remedies For the Treatment of Amenorrhea That You Should Know
By Ryan Mutt

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Including Fibroids, Ovarian Cysts, Painful Cramps & Endometriosis.

Amenorrhea is a state of woman in her reproductive age where menstruation is absent. During this period a woman will not experience any menstrual bleeding. Amenorrhea has two stages- Primary and secondary. It is not so common condition in females. But Amenorrhea is significantly seen during pregnancy and lactation. During the primary stage of Amenorrhea a patient suffers from irregular menstrual cycle. The gap between two cycles increases exponentially finally leading to the secondary stage. During this stage total absence of period occurs. Secondary stage can be determined when a woman misses her cycles for over a couple of months.

Amenorrhea, though not a life threatening disease but it certainly needs attention. More importantly it causes mental trauma and physical pain to one who experiences it. This condition can be caused due to several reasons. Addressing the reasons causing Amenorrhea in a patient is the proper way to start the treatment. A series of home remedies for the treatment of Amenorrhea is available with satisfactory outcome. But before trying them out one should study and figure out the exact cause of it. Most common reasons are either hormonal change and imbalance or dietary insufficiency.

Some very efficient home remedies for the treatment of Amenorrhea are as follows. Mix jaggery with a teaspoon of sesame powder and have it thrice daily. Soak ten dates and five almonds in goat milk overnight and have it thrice. You can also add a teaspoon of fenugreek powder and oil to a cup of milk and take it twice daily. An herbal mixture of jaggery, flex seed and ghee mixed in boiled water to be taken twice daily before the due period. Tomato juice and chaste tree berries are also very effective remedies for the treatment of Amenorrhea. Plain ginger tea made out of alfalfa and comfrey leaves also help. Some simple ayurvedic treatments include banana flower, honey and sugar cooked with curd or cinnamon with a glass of milk every night or mixture of gooseberry juice and honey twice daily or a cup of milk with asparagus root twice daily.

Some home remedies for the treatment of Amenorrhea include some simple Asanas or yoga practiced at home. Yoga like Dhanurasana, Padmasana, Bhujangasana, Halasana, Sarvanmgasana etc help treating Amenorrhea. Some day to day things should also be followed like increase intake of water by 2 to 3 liters a day, consumption of plenty of fluids like fruit juices, butter milk, clear soups etc. Have a banana regularly and make sure your fluid intake is 4 liters/day. Also if malnutrition is the reason then have seeds, nuts, calcium food, citrus fruits, iron etc. But before following these blindly please consult a gynecologist.

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Sunday, July 18, 2010

July 19 - 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Post Pill Amenorrhea - Why Won't My Period Start After Stopping Birth Control Pills?
By Kathryn Sacane

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When you've stopped using birth control pills because you've decided to try for a baby and your period does not resume its normal cycle, it can be very frustrating. This is a common problem for couples trying to conceive. Post pill amenorrhea is the absence of a menstrual period for three months or more after stopping birth control pills.

Most women who experience this start to wonder what is wrong with their bodies. The source of this problem lies with the hormones in a woman's body.

Birth control pills suppress the pituitary gland's production of the hormones FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) and LH (luteinizing hormone). These hormones help stimulate the follicles in the ovaries to develop. As the follicles grow, they produce estrogen. After they release an egg, they produce progesterone.

Birth control pills contain estrogen and progesterone. If a woman is taking birth control pills, her body will believe that she is ovulating because of the estrogen and progesterone in the medication. Her pituitary gland will stop producing FSH and LH. Without these two hormones, ovulation does not occur and it is close to impossible to become pregnant (there is always a very small chance that birth control pills may not work for certain women).

After taking birth control pills for a length of time, the pituitary gland may continue to believe that there is a sufficient amount of estrogen and progesterone even after the medication is stopped. This causes her body not to ovulate and subsequently not return to a normal menstrual cycle. This absence of a normal cycle can be the complete absence of a period or irregular periods.

If you are experiencing this, you may be wondering just how long this amenorrhea will last. Most women's cycles return to normal within three to six months. Some women may have to wait up to two years for a normal cycle to return. Although it may sound like you won't get pregnant during the time you are waiting for your period to return, it is possible to get pregnant before the return of your period. It is impossible to predict if a woman will ovulate first or if her period will return first.

What can you do if you are tired of waiting and what to jump start things? Go see your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe clomiphene citrate to stimulate your pituitary gland to produce FSH and LH. Although clomiphene citrate is a medication often prescribed, there are other medications available that your doctor may prescribe.

Clomiphene citrate blocks the estrogen receptors in the uterus. This tells your pituitary gland that there is no estrogen and that your body is not producing a mature follicle. The pituitary then produces FSH. The FSH in your body causes the follicles to grow and produce progesterone when one ruptures. The estrogen tells the lining of your uterus to grow so that a potential embryo will have what it needs to survive. If the egg that is released is not fertilized, the lining of your uterus will shed and you will have your period.

If you have stopped birth control pills and have not had a regular cycle or if your doctor has diagnosed you with post pill amenorrhea, don't worry. You aren't the only one going through this. Many women experience this.

Kathryn Sacane has been trying to conceive since August 2007 and has researched extensively about fertility and pregnancy. If you appreciated this article, please visit WantToBeAMommy.com for more information on about getting pregnant.

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Sunday, July 11, 2010

July 12 - 2010 All About Amenorrhea Articles

Uterine Amenorrhea

By Francesco Zinzaro

The pathogenesis of amenorrhea is determined by the level of the neuroendocrine reproductive axis from which the disorder stems and, at every degree of the axis, whether it is due to a structural problem or to a functional issue of hormonal control.

In a previously menstruating affected individual presenting with amenorrhea, it's essential first to rule out pregnancy after which to assess thyroid purpose (serum TSH degree) and pituitary purpose (serum prolactin level) before approaching the workup of amenorrhea, compartment by compartment.

1. Uterine disorders-Scarring and damage towards the underlying stem cells from which the endometrium proliferates will guide to amenorrhea. In most instances, this occurs within the setting of endometritis right after curettage (scraping with the endometrium) possibly for postpartum bleeding or dysfunctional uterine bleeding.

To determine the presence of a functional endometrium, an amenorrheic affected individual is given possibly progesterone alone or the sequential combination of estrogen and progesterone. Renewed vaginal bleeding right after cessation of the hormonal treatment suggests that the endometrium is intact. This response also indicates how the cause of amenorrhea lies elsewhere (ie, is due to an endocrine defect causing absence or insufficiency of cyclic estrogen and progesterone stimulation).

2. Ovarian failure-Amenorrhea producing from ovarian failure could be either main or secondary to dysfunction higher in the female neuroendocrine reproductive axis. Primary ovarian failure happens having a premature loss of all follicles.

This can outcome from genetic disorders (chromosomal aberrations), autoimmune disorders (lymphocytic oophoritis), metabolic difficulties (galactosemia) or exogenous insults such as chemotherapy, toxins, or radiation. Secondary ovarian failure is caused by a lack of gonadotropin stimulation of otherwise regular ovaries, producing in failure to create the estrogen and progesterone needed for menstrual cycles.

a. Genetic causes-Genetic causes of ovarian failure consist of Turner's syndrome (abnormality in or absence of an X chromosome) and mosaicism (multiple cell lines of varying sex chroosome composition). Approximately 40% of patients who appear to have Turner's syndrome (short stature, webbed neck, shield chest, and hypergonadotropic hypoestrogenic amenorrhea) prove to become mosaics.

The presence of any Y chromosome in the karyotype of those individuals carries a high danger for gonadal germ cell tumors and is definitely an indication for gonadectomy. Therefore, a karyotype ought to be performed on any amenorrheic individual younger than 30 with high FSH and LH amounts.

b. Premature ovarian failure-Premature ovarian failure happens when atresia of follicles is accelerated in an ovary of a woman of reproductive age. It presents with symptoms and signs of menopause producing from estrogen deficiency at an inappropriately young age. LH and FSH amounts are increased. There is a lack of estrogen production and an absence of viable follicles.

In some situations, premature ovarian failure is just one manifestation of an autoimmune polyglandular failure syndrome by which autoantibodies destroy a quantity of different tissues, including the ovary. These sufferers also might have associated hypothyroidism, adrenal insufficiency, or pernicious anemia.

c. Long-term anovulation-Other patients are discovered to have sufficient numbers of follicles, but these fail to mature and ovulate. This situation is known as chronic anovulation and is also manifested as amenorrhea with intermittent bleeding (caused by uncoordinated overgrowth with the endometrium in response to stimulation by estrogen alone).

Left untreated, the high estrogen degree places these ladies at increased danger for endometrial carcinoma. Among the brings about of chronic anovulation is thyroid dysfunction. Both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can alter ovarian purpose and also the metabolism of androgens and estrogens, producing inside a variety of menstrual disorders.

Another reason for chronic anovulation is hyperprolactinemia. It has been proposed that progressively a lot more severe hyperprolactinemia presents first as an inadequate luteal phase with recurrent abortion, then as anovulation with intermittent bleeding, and finally as amenorrhea.

d. Hormonal suggestions disorders-Disruption with the coordinated cyclical interaction between the ovary and also the brain can also lead to anovulation. This happens in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which impacts 2-5% of reproductive age women who present with amenorrhea and hirsutism. Patients are frequently obese with hyperinsulinemia with insulin resistance and dyslipidemia.

Additionally, they have elevated plasma androgens, with each other with increased plasma estrogens that are predominantly estrone derived from peripheral aromatization of adrenal androgens within the granulosa cell by the enzyme aromatase (cytochrome P450, loved ones 19, subfamily A, polypeptide 1, or CYP19A1).

The hyperinsulinemia is believed to be a key etiologic factor. Insulin outcomes in decreased hepatic synthesis of steroid hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and insulin-like growth element binding protein-1 (IGFBP-1). The decreased amounts of binding proteins outcomes in an improve in free of charge androgens, estrogens, and IGF-1. IGF-1 and higher levels of insulin stimulate the IGF-1 receptor, leading to elevated thecal androgen production in response to LH, contributing towards the hyperandrogenemic state.

The high androgens favor atresia of building follicles and disrupt the suggestions relationships that normally outcome in selection of the dominant follicle for ovulation. The producing anovulation is associated with amenorrhea and estrogen-induced endometrial hyperplasia with breakthrough bleeding. The elevated estrogen amounts also are implicated in the improvement of endometrial cancer.

Thus, events occurring within the brain, ovary, and bloodstream of these sufferers work with each other to constitute a vicious cycle that maintains the aberrant feedback relationships. The high levels of androgens within the bloodstream are accountable for hirsutism. Patients with increased androgens from totally different causes (eg, Cushing's illness and congenital adrenal hyperplasia) also display amenorrhea associated with polycystic ovaries, suggesting that the structural changes within the ovaries are secondary towards the disordered suggestions.

e. Pituitary disorders-Head trauma resulting in pituitary stalk transection with loss of hypothalamic-pituitary communication ought to be regarded in patients with new-onset infertility with amenorrhea. The exact same is true of vascular accidents this kind of as Sheehan's syndrome, in which postpartum hemorrhage brings about hypotension and consequent ischemic necrosis of the pituitary.

Enlargement of the anterior pituitary throughout pregnancy might predispose to ischemia under conditions of hypotension. The pituitary around doubles in size throughout regular pregnancy, largely as a outcome of hypertrophy and hyperplasia of prolactin-secreting lactotrophs.

f. Hypothalamic disorders-Inputs from various central pathways impinge about the mediobasal portion with the hypothalamus, including the arcuate nucleus, from which GnRH pulses originate. Medications and illicit drugs that affect the neurotransmitters utilized in these pathways (opioids, dopamine, and norepinephrine) can, consequently, affect GnRH secretion as nicely. This underscores the significance of the getting a detailed medication and social background in the workup of amenorrhea.

Also important is really a detailed history of behavioral patterns or any recent life changes. Psychic stress (eg, that associated with moving to a various country) can lead to altered GnRH secretion and subsequent amenorrhea that lasts as much as 1 year. Vigorous physical exercise and excessive fat loss can also guide to impaired GnRH pulsatility, accounting for that amenorrhea observed in competitive athletes and in ladies with anorexianervosa.

Thus, a wide variety of elements that alter pulsatile release of GnRH can influence female reproductive physiology. Absence of menstrual periods due to a change in 1 of those elements is termed hypothalamic amenorrhea and is really a common cause of infertility. Correction with the underlying trigger often leads to some return of normal cyclic ovulation. If not, pulsatile GnRH therapy can reestablish the normal patterns of pituitary stimulation, receptor-mediated responsiveness, and suggestions, restoring fertility.

g. Indirect influences-In addition to factors that function directly about the GnRH-secreting neurons, indirect influences must be regarded. Main hypothyroidism, as nicely as main or secondary hyperprolactinemia, can outcome in altered GnRH pulse frequency and amplitude.

The subsequent diminished gonadotropin secretion produces a secondary ovarian failure and amenorrhea. Examples of problems that result in secondary hyperprolactinemia include lactation and treatment with drugs that have dopamine-blocking outcomes (eg, antipsychotic agents).

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Monday, July 5, 2010

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Amenorrhea - A Natural Treatment Checklist

By Robert Rister

Here are some key concepts for coping with amenorrhea, written from a holistic health perspective. Any of these considerations might make the critical difference in re-establishing normal periods.

Sexually active heterosexual women who miss their periods may be pregnant. When appropriate, a pregnancy test should always be performed before extensive medical examination to determine the cause of amenorrhea.

Women who have amenorrhea should limit their consumption of caffeinated coffee to 1-2 cups per day. Caffeine can contribute to osteoporosis.

Heavy use of marijuana interferes with estrogen and progesterone production and can cause amenorrhea.

Vaginal dryness is an indication of low estrogen production, but the frequently recommended soy isoflavones, red clover, and black cohosh are not appropriate. Flax seed (not flaxseed oil) may be more helpful, when taken for 3 to 4 months.

A hallmark of overexercise is the willingness to exercise even when exhausted, injured, or ill. Exercise under these circumstances is anxiety driven and should be reassessed.

Delayed puberty can be a sign of thyroid dysfunction. Girls who have not had their first period by age 14 should be referred to a health provider for diagnosis and advice.

Amenorrhea with unusual hair growth is a symptom of polycystic ovarian disease (POD), and unusual hair growth in women athletes is a strong indicator of the condition. Treatments for POD overlap those for type 2 diabetes (see Polycystic Ovarian Disease).

Drugs to limit menstruation to once or several times a year will in themselves do little to enhance athletic performance, since muscle strength is more or less constant during all phases of a woman's menstrual cycle.

Women who need to reduce calorie consumption to meet the requirements of their sport should eat more high-fiber foods before trying to reduce carbs, fats, or proteins. Heavy exercise reduces the body's sensitivity to the hormone cholecystokinin, but high-fiber foods, particularly oat bran, increase the production of the hormone and relieve hunger.

Read Understanding Amenorrhea and Natural Therapies: Amenorrhea. Robert Rister is the author or co-author of nine books and over 2,000 articles on natural health.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

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Hypothyroidism and Amenorrhea

By Bond Mejeh

Amenorrhea is defined as the absence of menstruation. It also refers to a condition where a woman misses one or more menstrual periods. The condition is broken down into primary and secondary amenorrhea. Primary amenorrhea signifies no menstrual periods by age 16. Secondary amenorrhea refers to a situation where a woman was previously menstruating, but then ceased menstrual periods. If you are a healthy sexually active female, missing a period would most likely be due to pregnancy.

There are many other explanations for the onset of amenorrhea besides pregnancy. Amenorrhea does not usually result from a serious condition. If you do not know why your period has stopped, it can be distressing. You will need to consult your doctor to get to the root of the problem.

Hypothyroidism Quick Facts
Hypothyroidism is a condition that describes an underactive thyroid gland. This condition develops when the thyroid gland is not producing enough of certain important hormones. Women of the age group of 50 and over are more likely to develop hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism disrupts the optimal balance of chemical reactions within the body. It is difficult to detect in the early stages, but as time passes, the untreated condition can lead to several health problems including joint pain, excessive weight gain, infertility and even heart disease.

In some cases, hypothyroidism has been the underlying cause for at least one type of amenorrhea. Once you're doctor is able to identify the underlying cause, treatment of this cause should restore the normal menstrual cycle.

The Signs
A clear sign of amenorrhea is lack of menstrual periods:

Primary amenorrhea: no menstrual period by age 16.
Secondary amenorrhea: no periods for 3 to 6 months or even longer after previously menstruating.

There are other symptoms of amenorrhea that can manifest depending on its cause. In addition to lack of periods, the symptoms can include nipple discharge, headaches, changes in vision, or even more than usual hair growth on the face and torso. This hair growth symptom is also called hirsutism.

When To Pay Your Doctor A Visit
For primary or secondary amenorrhea, you should consult your physician if you find yourself experiencing any of then following:

no menstrual period by age 16.
have had no periods for 3 to 6 months or longer.

Doctor's Appointment

You will most like pay a visit to your primary care physician or a gynecologist. To prepare in advance you should make lists of important information you want to ask the doctor since time will be limited.

A detailed description of all your symptoms is useful information for your doctor including when they began. Tracking the irregularities of your periods on a calendar will help greatly.
List all medications you take. You should include the dosage amounts as well. Don't forget any supplements or non-prescription drugs.
Include specific questions regarding available treatment options.

Questions Your Doctor May Ask
Your doctor may also have several questions to ask in order to determine best treatment options. Prepare for these in advance of your appointment. You may even find it helpful to write down your answer so that you don't forget any details.

Some questions your doctor may ask:

How often do you have menstrual periods?
Have you experienced a complete stop of periods?
How long have you had symptoms?
Are you currently sexually active?
Is there a possibility that you may be pregnant?
Have you had any surgery on your abdominal or pelvic area?
Have you ever sustained a head injury or any other type trauma to your central nervous system?
Do you have any family members who have had amenorrhea?
Have you undergone a great deal of stress since symptoms began?
Has there been any unexplained fluctuation in weight (weight gain or weight loss)?
How often do you exercise and how intense is your workout routine?
What medications or supplements are you currently taking?

During your appointment, do not hesitate to ask the doctor to clear up anything you do not understand. Knowing why any tests or treatments are recommended is important.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

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Cortisol and Amenorrhea - Why Stress Causes You to Stop Having a Monthly Menstrual Cycle

By Dr. Chase Hayden, D.C. QN

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Throughout a female's life, she will experience many hormonal changes. The earliest transition comes between childhood and adolescence. On average, a girl begins menstruating around the age of 12. In some cases the menstrual cycle can begin as early as 8 or as late as 16. If a female has not started her menstrual cycle by the age of 16 she is often diagnosed with primary amenorrhea. Amenorrhea occurs when the levels of female reproductive hormones are not sufficient to stimulate menstruation. The most common causes of secondary amenorrhea include malnutrition, over-exercising, stress and breast feeding.

Malnutrition can come in varying degrees. When a girl is anorexic (refuses to eat for fear of gaining weight or losing her figure) or bulimic (eats and then induces vomiting for fear of gaining weight or losing her figure) she will often delay the onset of her menstrual cycle, or lose it once it has started. Girls that have a diet lacking the essential amino acids and fats can also be more likely to develop secondary amenorrhea. This is often the case with vegetarian female athletes. A well rounded diet, with plenty of whole food sources of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and healthy fats will often return the amenorrheic woman to where she needs to be.

Mild to moderate exercise is a great way to maintain optimal health and wellness. Exercise increases the metabolism, assists in weight management, improves mental clarity, as well as many other great things. Intensive or excessive exercise can lead to hormonal imbalance in both men and women. Exercise creates stress on our organs, muscles, and joints because it involves work. This "good" stress can be beneficial but in excess, it creates a rise in the stress regulating hormone called cortisol. As the hormone cortisol increases in our body continually, sex hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone decrease. When these hormones are out of balance, many of the symptoms associated with women's health present. These include PMS, weight gain, acne, abnormal menstrual cycles, hot flashes, mood swings, bone loss, osteoporosis, infertility and more.

Increasing cortisol is the body's response to any stressful situation. As noted above, intensive or excessive exercise can induce chronic stress in a woman's body, leading to imbalances between cortisol and other health sustaining hormones. Chronic stress in any form will act similarly in a woman's body. Stress comes in all shapes and sizes through physical, chemical, and emotional means.

Some examples in everyday life include: financial pressure, work assignments, death in the family, children leaving home for school, marriage, poor diet, auto accidents, chemical irritants, etc. The stress regulators in our body respond similarly to all of the stressors listed above. No matter the source of stress, the human body's response to stress is to release cortisol, and chronic release of cortisol in the body leads to imbalance of hormones, which lead to symptoms. These symptoms are good for us, and should not be covered up because they warn us that we are no longer in balance.

Dr. Chase Hayden, DC, QN is a holistic doctor that incorporates applied kinesiology, quantum neurology rehabilitation, and functional nutrition in his practice. He is the owner of The Hayden Institute in Houston, TX where the majority of his general practice are women seeking the relief of PMS, menopause, infertility, and other female related symptoms through alternative approaches. He is happily married and currently has two children. For more information regarding Dr. Chase Hayden and his services, please visit http://www.DrChaseHayden.com

Thursday, June 17, 2010

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Uterine Amenorrhea
By Francesco Zinzaro

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The pathogenesis of amenorrhea is determined by the level of the neuroendocrine reproductive axis from which the disorder stems and, at every degree of the axis, whether it is due to a structural problem or to a functional issue of hormonal control.
In a previously menstruating affected individual presenting with amenorrhea, it's essential first to rule out pregnancy after which to assess thyroid purpose (serum TSH degree) and pituitary purpose (serum prolactin level) before approaching the workup of amenorrhea, compartment by compartment.
1. Uterine disorders-Scarring and damage towards the underlying stem cells from which the endometrium proliferates will guide to amenorrhea. In most instances, this occurs within the setting of endometritis right after curettage (scraping with the endometrium) possibly for postpartum bleeding or dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
To determine the presence of a functional endometrium, an amenorrheic affected individual is given possibly progesterone alone or the sequential combination of estrogen and progesterone. Renewed vaginal bleeding right after cessation of the hormonal treatment suggests that the endometrium is intact. This response also indicates how the cause of amenorrhea lies elsewhere (ie, is due to an endocrine defect causing absence or insufficiency of cyclic estrogen and progesterone stimulation).
2. Ovarian failure-Amenorrhea producing from ovarian failure could be either main or secondary to dysfunction higher in the female neuroendocrine reproductive axis. Primary ovarian failure happens having a premature loss of all follicles.
This can outcome from genetic disorders (chromosomal aberrations), autoimmune disorders (lymphocytic oophoritis), metabolic difficulties (galactosemia) or exogenous insults such as chemotherapy, toxins, or radiation. Secondary ovarian failure is caused by a lack of gonadotropin stimulation of otherwise regular ovaries, producing in failure to create the estrogen and progesterone needed for menstrual cycles.
a. Genetic causes-Genetic causes of ovarian failure consist of Turner's syndrome (abnormality in or absence of an X chromosome) and mosaicism (multiple cell lines of varying sex chroosome composition). Approximately 40% of patients who appear to have Turner's syndrome (short stature, webbed neck, shield chest, and hypergonadotropic hypoestrogenic amenorrhea) prove to become mosaics.
The presence of any Y chromosome in the karyotype of those individuals carries a high danger for gonadal germ cell tumors and is definitely an indication for gonadectomy. Therefore, a karyotype ought to be performed on any amenorrheic individual younger than 30 with high FSH and LH amounts.
b. Premature ovarian failure-Premature ovarian failure happens when atresia of follicles is accelerated in an ovary of a woman of reproductive age. It presents with symptoms and signs of menopause producing from estrogen deficiency at an inappropriately young age. LH and FSH amounts are increased. There is a lack of estrogen production and an absence of viable follicles.
In some situations, premature ovarian failure is just one manifestation of an autoimmune polyglandular failure syndrome by which autoantibodies destroy a quantity of different tissues, including the ovary. These sufferers also might have associated hypothyroidism, adrenal insufficiency, or pernicious anemia.
c. Long-term anovulation-Other patients are discovered to have sufficient numbers of follicles, but these fail to mature and ovulate. This situation is known as chronic anovulation and is also manifested as amenorrhea with intermittent bleeding (caused by uncoordinated overgrowth with the endometrium in response to stimulation by estrogen alone).
Left untreated, the high estrogen degree places these ladies at increased danger for endometrial carcinoma. Among the brings about of chronic anovulation is thyroid dysfunction. Both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can alter ovarian purpose and also the metabolism of androgens and estrogens, producing inside a variety of menstrual disorders.
Another reason for chronic anovulation is hyperprolactinemia. It has been proposed that progressively a lot more severe hyperprolactinemia presents first as an inadequate luteal phase with recurrent abortion, then as anovulation with intermittent bleeding, and finally as amenorrhea.
d. Hormonal suggestions disorders-Disruption with the coordinated cyclical interaction between the ovary and also the brain can also lead to anovulation. This happens in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which impacts 2-5% of reproductive age women who present with amenorrhea and hirsutism. Patients are frequently obese with hyperinsulinemia with insulin resistance and dyslipidemia.
Additionally, they have elevated plasma androgens, with each other with increased plasma estrogens that are predominantly estrone derived from peripheral aromatization of adrenal androgens within the granulosa cell by the enzyme aromatase (cytochrome P450, loved ones 19, subfamily A, polypeptide 1, or CYP19A1).
The hyperinsulinemia is believed to be a key etiologic factor. Insulin outcomes in decreased hepatic synthesis of steroid hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and insulin-like growth element binding protein-1 (IGFBP-1). The decreased amounts of binding proteins outcomes in an improve in free of charge androgens, estrogens, and IGF-1. IGF-1 and higher levels of insulin stimulate the IGF-1 receptor, leading to elevated thecal androgen production in response to LH, contributing towards the hyperandrogenemic state.
The high androgens favor atresia of building follicles and disrupt the suggestions relationships that normally outcome in selection of the dominant follicle for ovulation. The producing anovulation is associated with amenorrhea and estrogen-induced endometrial hyperplasia with breakthrough bleeding. The elevated estrogen amounts also are implicated in the improvement of endometrial cancer.
Thus, events occurring within the brain, ovary, and bloodstream of these sufferers work with each other to constitute a vicious cycle that maintains the aberrant feedback relationships. The high levels of androgens within the bloodstream are accountable for hirsutism. Patients with increased androgens from totally different causes (eg, Cushing's illness and congenital adrenal hyperplasia) also display amenorrhea associated with polycystic ovaries, suggesting that the structural changes within the ovaries are secondary towards the disordered suggestions.
e. Pituitary disorders-Head trauma resulting in pituitary stalk transection with loss of hypothalamic-pituitary communication ought to be regarded in patients with new-onset infertility with amenorrhea. The exact same is true of vascular accidents this kind of as Sheehan's syndrome, in which postpartum hemorrhage brings about hypotension and consequent ischemic necrosis of the pituitary.
Enlargement of the anterior pituitary throughout pregnancy might predispose to ischemia under conditions of hypotension. The pituitary around doubles in size throughout regular pregnancy, largely as a outcome of hypertrophy and hyperplasia of prolactin-secreting lactotrophs.
f. Hypothalamic disorders-Inputs from various central pathways impinge about the mediobasal portion with the hypothalamus, including the arcuate nucleus, from which GnRH pulses originate. Medications and illicit drugs that affect the neurotransmitters utilized in these pathways (opioids, dopamine, and norepinephrine) can, consequently, affect GnRH secretion as nicely. This underscores the significance of the getting a detailed medication and social background in the workup of amenorrhea.
Also important is really a detailed history of behavioral patterns or any recent life changes. Psychic stress (eg, that associated with moving to a various country) can lead to altered GnRH secretion and subsequent amenorrhea that lasts as much as 1 year. Vigorous physical exercise and excessive fat loss can also guide to impaired GnRH pulsatility, accounting for that amenorrhea observed in competitive athletes and in ladies with anorexianervosa.
Thus, a wide variety of elements that alter pulsatile release of GnRH can influence female reproductive physiology. Absence of menstrual periods due to a change in 1 of those elements is termed hypothalamic amenorrhea and is really a common cause of infertility. Correction with the underlying trigger often leads to some return of normal cyclic ovulation. If not, pulsatile GnRH therapy can reestablish the normal patterns of pituitary stimulation, receptor-mediated responsiveness, and suggestions, restoring fertility.
g. Indirect influences-In addition to factors that function directly about the GnRH-secreting neurons, indirect influences must be regarded. Main hypothyroidism, as nicely as main or secondary hyperprolactinemia, can outcome in altered GnRH pulse frequency and amplitude.
The subsequent diminished gonadotropin secretion produces a secondary ovarian failure and amenorrhea. Examples of problems that result in secondary hyperprolactinemia include lactation and treatment with drugs that have dopamine-blocking outcomes (eg, antipsychotic agents).
Francesco Zinzaro has been involved with online marketing for nearly 3 years and likes to write on various subjects. Come visit his latest website which discusses of Mesothelioma Treatment Options and cancer information for the owner of his own health-care.

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Saturday, June 12, 2010

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How to Get Your Period Back

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If you have Amenorrhea for a short period of time ( For a longer period of time, I may want to try
to see if it works), you can try this formula. It actually work for one of my girl friend. Her perion suppose to come at every month on 19th, but it did not come last month (May). She a formula Shan Cha (Hawthorn fruit) with brown sugar ( 30 grams / 15 grams) and ) for only 4 days, and it works. Her period now is back.
If you are in raw foods diet or blood deficiency or hypertension than this formula is Not for you.
If You have high blood sugar or diabetes, you can use Shan cha alone
If you fell there are air running around you abdomen, that means you period will come back, please check before taking more.
You can buy a bag of Shan cha at any Chinese grocery store for $0.99 (200 grams, it is good enough buy your period back)
How to do it: Sha Cha 30 g and Brown Sugar 15 g
1. Clean the fruit
2. Boil them with 750ml water with high heat, after boiling
3. Turn the heat to low for 1 and half hour
4. You will left with 250ml water by the time it is done ( Do not worry much about the quantity, little more or less is fine)
5. Drink it when it WARM, not hot
Take this for several day, I believe you have your period back with no time.

The formula is for blood stasis and qi stagnation only. If you are not sure, please check with your TCM practitioner.

Good Luck

Monday, June 7, 2010

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Amenorrhea Or Pregnancy?
By Dee Braun

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Missing a period happens to many women. The medical term for this is amenorrhea. If you miss a period you should not be alarmed because it does not always mean you are pregnant. Many things can lead to having or missing menstruation.

Menstruation occurs when the uterus lining sheds each month. It is also know as PMS (Pre Menstrual Syndrome). Menstruation typically lasts for 5 to 7 days. There are several things that must be working properly for a woman to have regular periods. The pituitary gland, uterus, hypothalamus and ovaries must be healthy and working. If the vagina and cervix have any deformities then there might also be a problem with the menstrual blood being able to pass through properly.

If you have any concerns about a missing period then you should seek a diagnosis from your doctor or gynecologist. They will go over your complete medical history and give you a full physical exam. A pelvic examination is also necessary most of the time. Once your doctor has ruled out medicines you are taking, other medical problems and menstrual disorder's they will be able to give you an accurate diagnosis.

The doctor will also have to determine whether you are carrying a baby or not. You cannot be considered to have amenorrhea unless you have missed at least three periods without being pregnant.

Teenage girls should be having periods by the age of 16. If they have not had one by then they should be taken to the doctor right away. Catching amenorrhea early is important because it makes successful treatment much easier.

The type of treatment that is recommended for you will be determined by your age, health, medical history and how serious your condition is. Sometimes amenorrhea can be handled with medication while other times therapies are required. Typical medicines that are prescribed for amenorrhea are birth control pills or anti-anflammatories. Hormone replacement therapy is also commonly used to restore regular periods. A simple thing that can be done is to increase the calories and fat that are consumed each day.

Conventional medicine does not actually treat the root problem but the symptoms. Natural remedies are a good choice if you are looking to treat the underlying problem. Vitex agnus-castus helps to keep your hormones in balance. Black cohosh is an herb that helps to keep your menstruation regular.

Your doctor or homeopath will be able to help you make a plan to get everything back to normal. Stay positive and be open to anything they might suggest. If you are unsure about what they say then seek a second opinion.

Dee Braun, a single mom of 6, is a Cert. Aromatherapist & natural health practitioner. Click now to visit Natural Holistic Health Blog which offers info on more natural home remedies & healing techniques for common health, emotional ailments & conditions at http://www.Natural-Holistic-Health.com.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

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Amenorrhea Testing and Diagnosis
By Bond Mejeh

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There is a combination of hormonal issues associated with amenorrhea though they are rarely life threatening. There may need to be several tests conducted by your doctor to accurately determine the underlying cause. Such tests would include:
A pregnancy test will probably be the first test your doctor does to check for possible pregnancy.
Pelvic exams are performed to check for any abnormalities with reproductive organs.
The physical exam includes checking for indications of changes that should be occurring at puberty. Medication history will also be discussed.
Blood tests such as a thyroid function test or a test to evaluate prolactin levels can reveal any inconsistency in hormone levels, which could be the cause for amenorrhea. If a woman has experienced more than usual hair growth, a test for hormone levels may also be administered.
Progestin challenge tests can also be administered. This test involves taking a progestogen or some hormonal medication for 7 to 10 days. This medication will trigger menstrual bleeding and as a result, your doctor can determine whether your menstrual periods have halted due low estrogen levels.
An imaging test may be administered by your doctor after reviewing your symptoms and blood test results. Imaging tests such as a CT scan (computerized tomography), an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or an ultrasound can show if there are pituitary tumors or any abnormalities in reproductive organs.
Laparoscopy or hysteroscopy is generally considered a last option if other testing (as those mentioned above) reveal nothing or are inconclusive. Minimally invasive surgery may be recommended by your doctor to view internal organs. Occasionally, problems found during surgery can be treated simultaneously.
Treatments And Drugs
The cause of amenorrhea will determine its treatment. You may need to make some changes to your lifestyle as per your doctor's recommendations. Such changes may include adjustments to your body weight, exercise routine or physical activity in general as well as stress level management. Those who have hypothalamic amenorrhea or PCOS may need oral contraceptives for treatment prescribed by a physician. Medication is usually used to treat amenorrhea when the underlying cause is thyroid or pituitary disorder.
A Healthy Lifestyle
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will help a normal menstruation cycle. You may want to consider implementing some other things below but you should always consult your physician.
Consider changes in your diet and exercise activity in order to achieve a healthy body weight.
Balance work, recreation and rest.
Reduce stress-causing situations. Consult a physician family or friends if you need help to decrease stress levels.
In order to be aware of changes in your menstrual cycle you should keep a record of when they occur. Include the calendar date, the duration and symptoms experienced that are a cause for concern.
Consult female family relatives (mother, sister etc...) to see if anyone in your family has had a case of amenorrhea. This type of information can assist your doctor in determining the underlying cause for the condition. You may feel some anxiety due to the condition, but your doctor can provide you with management and treatment to help you find ways to restore and regulate your menstrual cycle.
Bond Mejeh produces health related articles for HealthClients.com, a natural health product review site. HealthClients.com not only provides thyroid supplement reviews, but also contains a wealth of articles that focus on natural health remedies and management options for various medical conditions using natural methods.
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