CASE DISCUSSION

Amenorrhea: Clinical Features & Treatment

Presented from India by Dr. Lavanya Kiran

Case Description

Amenorrhea refers to the absence of menstrual periods in women of reproductive age and can be classified as either primary or secondary. Clinical features of amenorrhea may include hot flashes, vaginal dryness, breast changes, headaches, and hair loss, depending on the underlying cause such as...

Case Summary

Amenorrhea, the absence of menstruation, is defined as no menstruation before age 14 without secondary sexual characteristics or no menstruation by age 16 with normal growth and development. Secondary amenorrhea involves the absence of menstruation for six months or more after previously menstruating, excluding pregnancy, lactation, hysterectomy, or postmenopausal conditions. Common causes include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.

Speaker Profile

Dr. Lavanya Kiran

Director and Consultant at KIMS Hospital, Bangalore. Clinical Director at Lakshya Fertility Centre, Bangalore and Founder Chairperson & Medical Director at Orya Care

Dr. Kiran is a highly accomplished Obstetrician and Gynecologist with advanced expertise in Reproductive Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, and Cosmetic Gynecology. After completing her MBBS from M.S. Ramaiah Medical College and MS (OBG) from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, she pursued specialized training in Reproductive Medicine in Germany and at Rajiv Gandhi University, along with fellowships from IASRM. She further strengthened her academic and administrative credentials with an MBA in Hospital Management and a PG Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics from the National Law School of India University. Currently, she serves as Director and Consultant at KIMS Hospital, Clinical Director at Lakshya Fertility Centre, and Founder Chairperson & Medical Director at Orya Care, where she integrates advanced fertility care with innovative regenerative and robotic techniques.

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