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Treatment

It is not necessary to treat primary amenorrhea caused by late puberty and disappears alone. In the case of primary amenorrhea caused by certain genetic abnormalities (hereditary), treatment depends on the problem.

For example, if a genetic defect prevents the ovaries of a young working properly, ovarian hormones may be prescribed complementary to the young develop normal secondary sexual characteristics (breast development, pubic hair) and to prevent osteoporosis (bone-thinning disease), which can be caused by low estrogen levels.

If the cause of amenorrhea is a structural problem, for example if the vagina has an unusual shape or has an opening, it is usually necessary to perform surgery.

If you have secondary amenorrhea due to menopause or a hysterectomy, your doctor will prescribe medication to prevent osteoporosis and other complications of low estrogen levels. In the case of other forms of secondary amenorrhea, the type of treatment depends on the cause:

* Stress: If emotional stress is the problem, your doctor may recommend that you enroll in a course to learn to handle it.
* Obesity: If obesity is the trigger for this condition, your doctor will order a diet and exercise program to help you lose weight and improve your overall fitness.
* Excessive physical training, if training intensity is interrupting your menstrual cycle, your doctor will recommend a more moderate program. This will help normal menstruation begins again. Also reduce the risk of developing other conditions related to low estrogen levels, such as osteoporosis, heart disease, infertility and thinning of the tissues lining the vagina.
* Hormone imbalance: If altered hormone levels are preventing ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary), it is likely that your doctor may prescribe supplemental hormones.
* Tumors or cysts in the ovaries, uterus or the pituitary gland: if the cause of amenorrhea are cysts or tumors, treatment depends on the type and location. Sometimes surgery is needed.

When To Call a Professional

You should contact your doctor if you turned 14 and has not started to develop breasts or pubic hair or turned 16 years and have not had your first menstrual period.

If you are sexually active, call your doctor if you do not have a period because you will need to have a pregnancy test. If you are not sexually active, see your doctor if you have three consecutive menstrual periods or your periods are irregular.

Forecast

Rarely, the cause of amenorrhea is a condition that threatens life. In most cases, symptoms and conditions associated with this disease are reversible and treatable.

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