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Can Head Injury Affect Menstrual Cycle?

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Posted on Tue, 15 Jan 2013
Question: I need to know if a head injury can effect my menstrual cycle?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 hours later)
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.Ratnakar Kini and I am pleased to answer your query.

Menstrual cycle is controlled by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus in brain.
A head injury can affect these and hence can affect the menstrual cycle.

I hope that answers your question.

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Regards,
Dr.Ratnakar Kini
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Can Head Injury Affect Menstrual Cycle?

Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.Ratnakar Kini and I am pleased to answer your query.

Menstrual cycle is controlled by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus in brain.
A head injury can affect these and hence can affect the menstrual cycle.

I hope that answers your question.

If you have no more questions, kindly accept this answer and rate this service.

Regards,
Dr.Ratnakar Kini