Can Head Injury Affect Menstrual Cycle?

Posted on Tue, 25 Dec 2012

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Question : I need to know if a head injury can effect my menstrual cycle?

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

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar