Corona, CA
A 38-year-old female asked:
Can a low bmi cause irreversible primary ovarian insufficiency?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Amandeep Kauranswered
Family Medicine 10 years experience
Menstrual problem : Primary ovarian dysfunction may still have 5-10 %functional ovaries. Low BMI can lead to absent menstruation but still might not be ovarian failure. They are different conditions and patient should seek help from their physician for proper treatment.
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