8. Once Owned

8. Once Owned

Q: Female, 39 years old. In the past six to seven years, I’ve had two induced abortions. I have developed severe facial pigmentation, with spots appearing on my lips and eyelids as well. My periods always come early and are prolonged, and the amount of menstrual flow is less than before. I earnestly request Dr. Pei to prescribe a formula for regulation.

A: This situation indicates that your estrogen levels are already low—signs of approaching menopause. Induced abortions can lead to ovarian dysfunction, thus accelerating the onset of menopause and causing dark spots on the face. As the "Huangdi Neijing" says, "When the body deteriorates, one loses the ability to bear children." Western medicine uses hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for treatment, while Traditional Chinese Medicine offers many formulas with modifications that can also be effective, focusing on activating blood circulation, removing blood stasis, and regulating the Chong and Ren channels.

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