Question 1

Under stress, my period skips for months at a time.

Accepted Answer

Stress hormones disrupt the hypothalamus in the brain, suppressing ovulation. If amenorrhea continues for more than 3 months, there is a risk of premature menopause and treatment is needed.

Question 2

My head feels like it will split when my period comes (menstrual headache).

Accepted Answer

Just before menstruation, estrogen levels drop sharply, affecting cerebral blood vessels. The underlying constitution that cannot adapt to this hormonal drop must be improved.

Question 3

Right before my period I lose emotional control and binge eat (PMS).

Accepted Answer

This is premenstrual syndrome (PMS), where the body overreacts to hormonal changes. Relieving the stagnation of liver qi calms both body and mind.

Question 4

My menstrual blood has many clots and is dark reddish-black.

Accepted Answer

This is blood stasis (clotted blood) from stagnant blood circulation in the uterus. It is the main cause of menstrual cramps and is evidence that the uterus is cold.

Question 5

Brown discharge appears for a long time before and after my period starts.

Accepted Answer

The uterine lining is not shedding cleanly but rather dribbling out slowly — a stagnation phenomenon. The uterine contractile force is weak, leaving residual tissue.

Question 6

I always get diarrhea during my period (menstrual diarrhea).

Accepted Answer

Uterine contracting substances (prostaglandins) also stimulate the intestines, causing excessive peristalsis. The intestines and uterus must both be warmed simultaneously.

Question 7

I have my period twice a month (frequent periods).

Accepted Answer

The menstrual cycle has shortened to 21 days or less, possibly due to weakened ovarian function or ovulation disorder (anovulatory bleeding). Accumulation of anemia and fatigue must be watched carefully.

Question 8

I dieted intensely and my period stopped. Will it come back if I eat again?

Accepted Answer

When body fat drops below a certain level (approximately 18 to 22%), the brain interprets this as a famine state and shuts down reproductive function. Restoring appropriate body weight is the top priority.

Question 9

Before my period I feel so depressed I want to die (PMDD).

Accepted Answer

This is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), a severe form of PMS. This is not just a mood issue but an imbalance of brain neurotransmitters — please seek treatment without delay.

Question 10

I always get large pimples around my jaw area around my period.

Accepted Answer

After ovulation, progesterone stimulates the sebaceous glands, and just before menstruation blood rushes to the uterus reducing facial circulation, triggering breakouts.

🩸Menstrual Pain / Irregularity