Amenorrhea can result from conditions that affect the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, ovaries, uterus, cervix, or vagina.
What part of the body is affected by amenorrhea?
If pregnancy does not happen, hormone levels drop and the lining of the uterus comes away. This is called a period or menstruation. The cycle then happens again and repeats itself until the menopause. Disorders of the hypothalamus, pituitary gland or ovaries can affect menstruation, causing amenorrhoea.
What are the side effects of not menstruating?
Depending on the cause of amenorrhea, you might experience other signs or symptoms along with the absence of periods, such as:
- Milky nipple discharge.
- Hair loss.
- Headache.
- Vision changes.
- Excess facial hair.
- Pelvic pain.
- Acne.
