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Amenorrhea (cont.)

Amenorrhea Treatment

Self-Care at Home

  • In some women, nutritional deficiencies induced by dieting can cause amenorrhea. Such women should eat a properly balanced diet.


  • In some women, excessive body weight could be the cause of amenorrhea. These women should restrict the amount of fat in their diet, and they should exercise moderately to maintain an ideal body weight.


  • More than 8 hours of vigorous exercise a week may cause amenorrhea. A moderate exercise program may restore normal menstruation.


  • If amenorrhea is caused by emotional stress, finding ways to deal with stress and conflicts may help.


  • Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by avoiding alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking is also helpful.



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Primary amenorrhea is the failure of menses to occur by age 16 years, in the presence of normal growth and secondary sexual characteristics.

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