How do you treat secondary amenorrhea?

Answer by  skm (432)

There is no single treatment for secondary amenorrhea. Essentially secondary amenorrhea means that at one time you had regular periods but now you don't have periods. The most important part of the "treatment" of secondary amenorrhea is finding a cause for it: causes range from pregnancy to malignancy.

Answer by  TyrellGreen (102)

You should go and see a doctor because this is not something that you can treat on your own at home. The doctor will give you something to get things back to normal. Most likely a hormone such as medroxyprogesterone.

Answer by  Trina94 (94)

Decrease amount of exercise 10% in duration or intensity, increase body weight by 2-3 kg (4-7 lbs), and increase energy intake. Nutritional counseling may be appropriate.

Answer by  dubhreubel (501)

Secondary amenorrhea can only be treated by treating the underlying cause. Secondary amenorrhea is a symptom of other problems and you should be tested for common illnesses that can cause secondary amenorrhea such as thyroid function problems and progestin imbalances.

Answer by  Mary39 (521)

Birth control pills can be given to treat the amenorrhea so that the periods are regular. It is also wise to eat a well-balanced diet. Cysts may also cause the amenorrhea therefore medication can be given to disolve or they can be removed surgically.

Answer by  blueballoon (190)

Secondary amenorrhea is basically a symptom of a primary problem. Are you iron-deficient? Underweight? Do you have other health issues? I would check with your doctor for treatment.

Answer by  g33k (22)

When my wife has issues with her menstrual cycle for extended periods of time we have noticed that persistent sexual stimulation helps.

Answer by  souldolphindream (835)

This is something that really need to go and discuss with you doctor. There could a major reason for why this is happening and it is not something that you want to mess around with. Once your doctor give you a reason for why this is happening. There are also alot of natural remedies that you can try.

Answer by  Ssally (191)

Treatment depends on the cause of the amenorrhea. So the first step would be to see a GYN to help you discover the root cause, and then address it appropriately.

Answer by  ChristinaRamirez (481)

Often the doctor will prescribe medication to treat secondary amenorrhea. Some common medications are: Birth Control Pills,Supplements. The doctor will do test to determine what treatment will be right.

Answer by  worker6371 (14)

Secondary Amenorrhea can be caused by a number of factors. Some common causes of Secondary Amenorrhea are sudden weight loss, obesity, vigorous athletic activity, anxiety, emotional stress, thyroid dysfunction, brain tumors, or premature ovarian failure. Once the cause of Secondary Amenorrhea is discovered and treated, normal menstruation should occur shortly thereafter.

Answer by  Anonymous

no u just get bounced frm pillar to post by various drs who dont have a clue wot is wrong