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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Oligomenorrhea | |||
| image = [[File:Tampon_lightflow.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Light menstrual flow | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| synonyms = [[Infrequent menstruation]] | |||
| symptoms = Menstrual cycles that occur at intervals of greater than 35 days | |||
| complications = [[Infertility]], [[endometrial hyperplasia]] | |||
| onset = [[Menarche]] or later | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]], [[thyroid disorders]], [[hyperprolactinemia]], [[stress]], [[extreme weight loss]] | |||
| risks = [[Obesity]], [[eating disorders]], [[intense exercise]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Medical history]], [[physical examination]], [[blood tests]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Amenorrhea]], [[hypomenorrhea]] | |||
| prevention = Maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress | |||
| treatment = [[Hormonal therapy]], [[lifestyle changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Oral contraceptives]], [[metformin]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rarely directly causes death | |||
}} | |||
'''Oligomenorrhea''' is a medical condition characterized by infrequent or very light [[menstruation]]. It is common in women who have just begun menstruating and those approaching [[menopause]]. However, it can occur at any time during a woman's reproductive years. | '''Oligomenorrhea''' is a medical condition characterized by infrequent or very light [[menstruation]]. It is common in women who have just begun menstruating and those approaching [[menopause]]. However, it can occur at any time during a woman's reproductive years. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Oligomenorrhea can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[stress]], significant weight loss, [[exercise]], and certain medical conditions such as [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) and [[hypothalamic amenorrhea]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications, including [[contraceptives]]. | Oligomenorrhea can be caused by a variety of factors, including [[stress]], significant weight loss, [[exercise]], and certain medical conditions such as [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) and [[hypothalamic amenorrhea]]. It can also be a side effect of certain medications, including [[contraceptives]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of oligomenorrhea is infrequent menstrual periods. Women with this condition may have fewer than six to eight periods a year. Other symptoms can include [[hair loss]], [[acne]], and increased body hair (hirsutism). | The primary symptom of oligomenorrhea is infrequent menstrual periods. Women with this condition may have fewer than six to eight periods a year. Other symptoms can include [[hair loss]], [[acne]], and increased body hair (hirsutism). | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of oligomenorrhea is typically based on a woman's menstrual history. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions, such as [[pregnancy]], [[thyroid disease]], and PCOS. | Diagnosis of oligomenorrhea is typically based on a woman's menstrual history. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions, such as [[pregnancy]], [[thyroid disease]], and PCOS. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for oligomenorrhea depends on the underlying cause. If the condition is due to stress or weight loss, lifestyle changes may be recommended. If it is caused by a medical condition such as PCOS, treatment may include medication to regulate the menstrual cycle. | Treatment for oligomenorrhea depends on the underlying cause. If the condition is due to stress or weight loss, lifestyle changes may be recommended. If it is caused by a medical condition such as PCOS, treatment may include medication to regulate the menstrual cycle. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Amenorrhea]] | * [[Amenorrhea]] | ||
* [[Menstrual cycle]] | * [[Menstrual cycle]] | ||
* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | * [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | [[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Menstrual disorders]] | [[Category:Menstrual disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
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| Oligomenorrhea | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Infrequent menstruation |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Menstrual cycles that occur at intervals of greater than 35 days |
| Complications | Infertility, endometrial hyperplasia |
| Onset | Menarche or later |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid disorders, hyperprolactinemia, stress, extreme weight loss |
| Risks | Obesity, eating disorders, intense exercise |
| Diagnosis | Medical history, physical examination, blood tests, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Amenorrhea, hypomenorrhea |
| Prevention | Maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress |
| Treatment | Hormonal therapy, lifestyle changes |
| Medication | Oral contraceptives, metformin |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rarely directly causes death |
Oligomenorrhea is a medical condition characterized by infrequent or very light menstruation. It is common in women who have just begun menstruating and those approaching menopause. However, it can occur at any time during a woman's reproductive years.
Causes[edit]
Oligomenorrhea can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, significant weight loss, exercise, and certain medical conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hypothalamic amenorrhea. It can also be a side effect of certain medications, including contraceptives.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of oligomenorrhea is infrequent menstrual periods. Women with this condition may have fewer than six to eight periods a year. Other symptoms can include hair loss, acne, and increased body hair (hirsutism).
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of oligomenorrhea is typically based on a woman's menstrual history. Additional tests may be performed to rule out other conditions, such as pregnancy, thyroid disease, and PCOS.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for oligomenorrhea depends on the underlying cause. If the condition is due to stress or weight loss, lifestyle changes may be recommended. If it is caused by a medical condition such as PCOS, treatment may include medication to regulate the menstrual cycle.
