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Understanding Hypothalamic Amenorrhea: A Comprehensive Guide to Recovery
If you’ve ever lost your period, you may have come across the term “hypothalamic
Written by: Lestat Mccree
Updated: December 10, 2023
Written by: Lestat Mccree | Updated: December 10, 2023
Quick Read
- Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) is the absence of menstrual cycles due to the body feeling unsafe to become pregnant, often caused by factors like stress, high physical activity, or low body weight.
- Symptoms of HA include missing periods, low energy, mood disturbances, decreased bone density, and disrupted sleep.
- Diagnosis involves medical history evaluation, hormonal blood tests, and bone density scans, with honesty about disordered eating being crucial.
- Recovery requires a holistic approach, including regular eating, exercise modifications, stress management, and potentially weight restoration.
- Resources like the book 'No Period. Now What?' and the 'Ease With Food Podcast' can provide valuable support during HA recovery.
Contents
- 1. What is hypothalamic amenorrhea?
- 2. Signs and symptoms
- 3. How do you get a diagnosis?
- 4. How to heal your hypothalamic amenorrhea
- 5. Nutrition for hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery
- 6. Resources for hypothalamic amenorrhea
