Concerns regarding menstruation (menstrual cycles) can vary from person to person.
Symptoms such as heavy menstrual bleeding, severe menstrual pain, irregular periods, and abnormal uterine bleeding may indicate underlying health issues or pregnancy-related problems.
If you have any symptoms that worry you even slightly, we recommend seeking advice promptly.
Please inquire before your visit as each facility may handle things differently.
Our Ginza location only handles infertility treatment.
Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Pain)
Mild menstrual pain during the first 1-2 days is usually not a cause for concern.
However, if the pain is severe, if it has been worsening each year after reaching the age of 20, if you have never experienced menstrual pain before but it suddenly appeared, or if you have abnormally heavy bleeding, it is advisable to seek medical attention as it could be indicative of conditions such as uterine fibroids or endometriosis.
Normally, menstruation occurs in a cycle of 25 to 38 days, but various factors can cause irregularities.
Menstrual irregularities can be caused by psychological stress alone, but they can also be due to ovarian disorders or, rarely, tumors in the pituitary gland that cause amenorrhea (lack of menstruation).
Therefore, we recommend seeking medical consultation.
In particular, for those planning to conceive in the future, it is important to investigate the causes of anovulation (lack of ovulation) in detail.
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Main Symptoms |
Possible Causes and Improvement Methods |
| Regular Menstruation |
Approximately every 25 to 38 days |
|
Secondary
Amenorrhea |
Secondary Amenorrhea: Absence of menstruation for 3 months
(after previously having regular periods) |
Possible causes include hypothalamic dysfunction, polycystic ovary syndrome, premature ovarian failure, thyroid dysfunction, or the use of specific medications such as oral contraceptives or psychiatric drugs.
Treatment may involve hormone therapy or other interventions.
--Hormone therapy, among other treatments. |
| Frequent Menstruation |
Menstrual cycles that are shorter (as a guideline, within 24 days)
Prolonged menstrual periods lasting 10 days or more. |
Possible causes include hormonal imbalances due to stress, decreased ovarian function during adolescence or menopause, and luteal phase dysfunction, which may make it difficult to conceive.
--Treatment options such as progesterone supplementation. |
| Infrequent Menstruation |
Menstrual cycles occurring every 40 to 50 days
(cycles longer than 39 days but less than 3 months) |
Possible causes include hormonal imbalances due to stress and abnormalities in the ovaries such as anovulation.
--Treatment options such as hormone therapy. |
| Scanty Menstruation |
Menstrual periods that last for 2 days or less. |
It occurs when there is a low secretion of female hormones, resulting in the inadequate thickening of the uterine lining.
--Treatment options such as hormone therapy and surgical treatment of the uterus. |
| Excessive Menstruation |
Menstrual periods that last for 8 days or more, with increased bleeding compared to before, and worsened menstrual pain. |
It can be caused by hormonal imbalances and uterine disorders.
--Hormone therapy and treatment addressing the underlying medical condition. |
If the bleeding is minor and caused by hormonal imbalance, there's usually no cause for concern. However, it is recommended to seek medical attention as it can be caused by conditions such as polyps or uterine fibroids.
Additionally, post-intercourse bleeding is often attributed to cervical erosion, but it is essential to consult a doctor as it could also be a symptom of uterine cancer.
If you have specific reasons to alter the timing of your menstruation, please consult with us as soon as possible.
Especially if you already experience irregular periods, ultrasound or hormone tests may be necessary.
