Oral contraceptive pills work by disrupting the natural hormone balance of the body to prevent fertilization. A possible side effect of this is irregular menstruation, or stoppage of menstruation. Some intrauterine contraceptive devices can also cause amenorrhea.
Disturbance in the thyroid hormone can cause amenorrhea.
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Both oversecretion (hyperthyroidism) and undersecretion (hypothyroidism) of thyroid hormones can cause irregularities in menstruation, and can cause amenorrhea.
Which of the following are natural causes of amenorrhea?
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Pregnancy prepares the uterus for conception and childbirth, so menstruation does not occur during pregnancy. While the mother breastfeeds her newborn, body hormone levels prevent menstruation from occurring. After about 40 to 50 years of age, ovulation stops and no more eggs are produced by the female body. This also causes the menstrual cycle to stop and amenorrhea sets in with menopause.
Which of the following can develop as a complication with amenorrhea?
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Amenorrhea or lack of menstruation also indicates irregularity of the menstrual cycle. Since a healthy menstrual cycle indicates fertility, irregularities in it are a clear indication of infertility. Amenorrhea is also associated with low levels of oestrogen hormone, which directly affects bone health and causes bone loss and osteoporosis.
Heavy exercise can cause amenorrhea.
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Amenorrhea or lack of menstrual bleeding can be caused by very heavy exercise, quick weight loss, diseases, and even stress.
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