For many women, occasional menstrual delays may occur. But if there are frequent delays, the cause must be identified and cannot be ignored. Menstrual delay is often a precursor to the occurrence of diseases, and women need to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment. So, what are the reasons for delayed menstruation if it has been confirmed that there is no pregnancy?
1. Endocrine disorders: Endocrine disorders can easily cause menstrual delays. Common polycystic ovary syndrome, premature ovarian failure leading to delayed menstruation. If there are symptoms such as excessive obesity, hirsutism, female infertility, acne, etc., women should have their endocrine function checked. Achieve early examination and treatment. Endocrine abnormalities are a common gynecological disease in women. How to treat it specifically requires finding the cause.
2. Excessive weight loss: Insufficient nutrition intake in women can also lead to delayed menstruation. Most women achieve weight loss through a small amount of diet, often resulting in delayed menstruation due to insufficient nutrient intake. Excessive dieting and consumption of weight-loss drugs can lead to delayed menstruation. If the delay is short, it will naturally return to the normal menstrual cycle, but if it is long, medication is often needed to regulate the menstrual cycle.
3. Chronic diseases: Some diseases are often debilitating, consuming the body's nutrients. Menstruation is delayed due to a lack of nutrition in the body. Common ones include chronic hepatitis, tuberculosis, tumors, and hypothyroidism. Women often suffer from iron deficiency anemia, which can easily cause menstrual delays.
4. Psychological factors: Psychological factors are also a major factor causing menstrual delays. If there is excessive mental tension, sadness, anger and other abnormal emotions, it often leads to delayed menstruation. Under the influence of psychological factors, breast swelling and pain often occur. Generally, there is no need for treatment. If one relaxes their mood on a daily basis but their menstrual cycle is delayed, they can take traditional Chinese medicine to regulate their body.
5. Contraceptive drugs: Women who frequently take contraceptive drugs or medications to treat thyroid function can also cause menstrual delays. These drugs all have side effects.