Oligomenorrhea Treatment in Indore

What is Oligomenorrhea?

Oligomenorrhea is a condition characterised by infrequent or irregular menstrual periods occurring more than 35 days apart but less than 6 months apart.

Women with oligomenorrhea can have very few periods in a year.

It is common during puberty and near menopause, but it may indicate a hormonal imbalance in other age groups.

Types of Oligomenorrhea

1. Physiological Oligomenorrhea

Normal during:

First 2–3 years after menarche

Menopause transition

2. Pathological Oligomenorrhea

Due to underlying medical problems or hormonal imbalances: PCOS, thyroid issues, and so on.

Common Causes of Oligomenorrhea

1. Hormonal Causes

PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, the most common

Thyroid disorders: hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism

High prolactin levels

Hormonal imbalance due to stress

2. Lifestyle Factors

Sudden weight loss or gain

Compulsive exercise

Poor nutrition

Chronic stress

Lack of sleep

3. Medical Conditions

Diabetes

Eating disorders

Pituitary gland disorders

4. Birth Control & Medications

Hormonal pills

Emergency pills

Hormonal IUDs

Symptoms of Oligomenorrhea

Amenorrhea or infrequent periods

Cycles longer than 35 days

Weight gain, especially in PCOS

Acne

Excessive facial/ body hair

Difficulty conceiving (in some cases)

Hair fall

Mood swings

Complications If Untreated

Fertility problems

Hormonal imbalance

Endometrial thickening

Metabolic problems-PCOS being the most prevalent

Irregular ovulation

Diagnosis

A doctor may recommend:

Hormone tests (TSH, FSH, LH, Prolactin)

Pelvic ultrasound

Blood sugar and insulin tests

Medical history assessment

Prevention & Management Tips

1. A Healthy Lifestyle

Exercise 30 minutes daily

Maintain a healthy weight within the normal range of BMI.

Avoid extreme dieting or over-exercising

2. Balanced Diet

Eat whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Reduce sugar and junk food.

Include omega-3 fats (nuts, seeds, fish)

Iron and vitamin-containing foods

3. Stress Management

Yoga/meditation

Adequate sleep (7–8 hours)

Relaxation practices

4. Medical treatment depending on the cause

Hormone therapy (only if prescribed)

Thyroid treatment

PCOS management plans

Metformin (in insulin resistance cases – doctor prescribed only)

5. Tracking Your Cycle

Use a period-tracking app

Monitor cycle length and symptoms

When to See a Doctor?

Seek medical help if:

Your periods come fewer than 6–8 times per year. Cycles are very long: more than 45 days. You have symptoms of PCOS. You're trying to conceive. You have sudden changes in menstrual patterns