Amenorrhea
By Josie
Causes of the Disease
- tumors in the pituitary gland
- an overactive thyroid gland
- low estrogen levels
- high testosterone levels
You are more likely to have Amenorrhea if you:
- are obese
- exercise too much or for long periods of time
- have very low body fat
- have severe anxiety or emotional distress
- sudden loss of weight
Signs and Symptoms
- changes in breast size
- weight gain or loss
- discharge from breasts
- acne and increased hair growth
- vaginal dryness
- voice changes
Ways to Contract/Treat/Cure the Disease
- birth control pills
- estrogen replacement therapy (ERT)
Some surgical treatments are:
- Uterine scarring
- Shrinking a pituitary tumor
5 Facts
- Secondary Amenorrhea happens if you haven't gotten your period in at least 6 months
- You can still get pregnant if you have Amenorrhea
- Medical treatments for Amenorrhea can increase the chances of pregnancy
- If other women in your family have had Amenorrhea, you are more likely to get it
Sites Used
http://www.healthline.com/health/secondary-amenorrhea#Causes2
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001219.htm
https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/amenorrhea/conditioninfo/Pages/treatments.aspx
https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/amenorrhea/conditioninfo/Pages/faqs.aspx#pregnant
http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/amenorrhea/basics/risk-factors/con-20031561