I havent had a period in three months Could it be PCOS

Sudden menstrual irregularities can be worrying. If you haven't had a period for 2-3 months, it's natural to feel anxious about your health or fertility. At Dalimchae Clinic, we listen to these signals from your body and focus on resolving the root causes through constitutional improvement.

💡 Key Answer Top 3 reasons for not having a period for three months: ① Stress and autonomic imbalance / ② Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) / ③ Rapid weight change or nutritional imbalance Dalimchae Clinic restores healthy menstrual cycles through constitutional improvement.

Periods are a barometer of women's health. A cycle of 21–35 days is normal; missing a period for over 3 months is called 'amenorrhea.' It's important to find out why your body is sending this signal rather than relying solely on hormonal supplements.

PCOS is a common endocrine disorder in women of childbearing age, characterized by irregular periods, lack of ovulation, and excess male hormones. It can also involve acne, weight gain, and insulin resistance.

In Korean medicine, amenorrhea is seen as an imbalance in the endocrine axis caused by stress, fatigue, or accumulated waste products (blood stasis). We focus on restoring the natural balance of the hypothalamus-pituitary-ovary axis.

We focus on constitutional improvement to create an environment where the body can restore its own healthy cycle. Studies show that herbal medicine (like Changbudodam-tang) combined with acupuncture can significantly improve BMI, hormonal balance, and ovulation in PCOS patients.

Long-term amenorrhea can lead to premature menopause, infertility, and increased risks of endometrial cancer, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis. Active management is essential.

Amenorrhea Self-Checklist

If you have 3 or more, consider professional consultation:

• Missed periods for 3+ months.
• Irregular cycles (under 21 or over 35 days).
• Unusual changes in menstrual flow or color.
• Unexplained weight changes.
• Acne, hirsutism, or hair loss.
• Extreme stress or chronic fatigue.
• Difficulty conceiving with irregular periods.

Q. Will it get better naturally? A. While stress can cause delays, missing periods for 3+ months may indicate underlying issues like PCOS. It's important to identify the cause.

Q. Does Korean medicine help with PCOS? A. Yes, herbal and acupuncture treatments are effective in restoring ovarian function, balancing hormones, and improving metabolic issues.

Don't ignore the signals your body is sending. At Dalimchae Clinic, we will help you find the cause and restore your health.

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Medical Supervision | Oh Hyunmin, KMD, Dalimchae Clinic Songdo Branch (PCOS Column)