What are the reasons for delayed menstruation?

Under normal circumstances, people's menstruation should come at the prescribed time every month, and a delay of about 2-3 days is normal. However, if menstruation is delayed for a long period of time and is accompanied by various complications, then this symptom should be considered to be caused by some adverse factors, such as polycystic ovary syndrome, long-term exposure to harmful rays, frequent and indiscriminate use of medication, or previous oral contraceptives. These are customs that lead to delayed menstruation.

Reasons for delayed menstruation:

The first reason for delayed menstruation is polycystic ovary syndrome. The symptoms are often delayed menstruation, and in severe cases, amenorrhea, often accompanied by obesity, infertility, hirsutism and other symptoms. You should go to the hospital for B-ultrasound and hormone testing. After a clear diagnosis, you need to use medication or surgical treatment.

The second reason for delayed menstruation is that long-term exposure to harmful radiation, chemotherapy drugs, etc. may also cause premature ovarian failure and delayed menstruation. Pay attention to ovarian protection. For older women (over 40 years old), delayed menstruation and excluding other endometrial lesions are mostly caused by the gradual decline of ovarian function, and no special treatment is required clinically.

The third reason for delayed menstruation is malnutrition, excessive fatigue, mental stress, depression and other factors can cause endocrine disorders and affect menstruation. Through rest, enhanced nutrition, psychological counseling, self-relaxation and other treatments, menstruation gradually returns to normal.

Reason 4 for delayed menstruation: Drug influence: Gynecological experts at Chongqing Metropolitan Liren Hospital said that some central nervous system inhibitors and hormone drugs commonly used in clinical practice may also cause delayed menstruation, so pay attention to appropriate discontinuation of drugs.