Consult a health care provider if a girl is 14 years old and her secondary sexual characteristics (for example, breast development and pubic hair) have not started to develop or a girl is 16 years old and has not had her first menstrual period.

For women who have already begun menstruating, they should see a health care provider if they have missed 3 consecutive menstrual periods.

Self-Care at Home

1. In some women, nutritional deficiencies induced by dieting can cause amenorrhea. Such women should eat a properly balanced diet .
2. In some women, excessive bodyweight could be the cause of amenorrhea. To maintain an ideal body weight, these ladies should limit the quantity of fat in their diet and exercise moderately. .
3. More than 8 hours of vigorous exercise a week may cause amenorrhea. A moderate exercise program may restore normal menstruation.
4. If amenorrhea is caused by emotional stress, finding ways to deal with stress and conflicts may help.
5. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by avoiding alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking is also helpful.

Follow-up

Annual follow-up is required for women with amenorrhea caused by ovarian insufficiency. The follow-up is done to monitor the ovarian hormone replacement and to detect the emergence of related disorders.

Prevention

Girls can avoid primary amenorrhea caused by excessive weight loss or gain by maintaining a healthy weight.

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