Rare aetiology for amenorrhea in a 14-year-old adolescent girl

Secondary amenorrhea involves a thorough investigation into hypothalamic, pituitary, ovarian and uterine factors.The epidemiology of secondary amenorrhea encompasses common causes such as pregnancy, polycystic ovary syndrome and mental health-related factors, alongside the infrequent yet impactful occurrence of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI).POI, affecting around 1% of women under 40, stems from various causes, including autoimmune mechanisms, genetic abnormalities and ovarian injury.A presented case involves a 14-year-old with regular menses until age 13, presenting with six months of amenorrhea.The multidisciplinary evaluation ruled out common causes, leading to an in-depth investigation revealing elevated FSH levels indicative of POI.The discussion emphasizes the importance of family history, thorough.Psychological support, addressing estrogen deficiency-related concerns and managing infertility become integral components.Hormone replacement therapy and fertility preservation methods offer potential interventions.Additionally, encouraging a lifestyle conducive to bone and cardiovascular health becomes paramount.This study aims to heighten awareness among healthcare practitioners regarding rare conditions like POI in adolescents with amenorrhea, facilitating early diagnosis and comprehensive patient care.

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Pediatric Oncall
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2024-10-23
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https://doi.org/10.7199/ped.oncall.2025.66
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Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
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Rare aetiology for amenorrhea in a 14-year-old adolescent girl

Diana Monteiro, Filipa Espada, A Silva, Catarina Freitas
Pediatric Oncall
Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
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Rare aetiology for amenorrhea in a 14-year-old adolescent girl

Diana Monteiro, Filipa Espada, A Silva, Catarina Freitas
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Abstract

Secondary amenorrhea involves a thorough investigation into hypothalamic, pituitary, ovarian and uterine factors.The epidemiology of secondary amenorrhea encompasses common causes such as pregnancy, polycystic ovary syndrome and mental health-related factors, alongside the infrequent yet impactful occurrence of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI).POI, affecting around 1% of women under 40, stems from various causes, including autoimmune mechanisms, genetic abnormalities and ovarian injury.A presented case involves a 14-year-old with regular menses until age 13, presenting with six months of amenorrhea.The multidisciplinary evaluation ruled out common causes, leading to an in-depth investigation revealing elevated FSH levels indicative of POI.The discussion emphasizes the importance of family history, thorough.Psychological support, addressing estrogen deficiency-related concerns and managing infertility become integral components.Hormone replacement therapy and fertility preservation methods offer potential interventions.Additionally, encouraging a lifestyle conducive to bone and cardiovascular health becomes paramount.This study aims to heighten awareness among healthcare practitioners regarding rare conditions like POI in adolescents with amenorrhea, facilitating early diagnosis and comprehensive patient care.

Pediatric OncallVol. 22(2)
Hospital Pedro Hispano (PT), Administração Regional de Saúde de Lisboa e Vale do Tejo (PT)
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Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
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