Is receiving acupuncture for closed meridians harmful to the body?
May 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Administering "menstrual suppression injections" usually involves gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists, which are generally harmful to the body. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists can affect ovarian function, leading to hormonal fluctuations; thus, they are typically detrimental and may cause menstrual disorders or irregularities. Long-term use may also accelerate female aging, potentially resulting in conditions such as osteoporosis and cerebrovascular diseases.
Injecting "menstrual suppression shots" usually refers to administering gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRH agonists), which are generally harmful to the body. The detailed analysis is as follows:
Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists belong to hypothalamic-pituitary hormones. They work by stimulating the body to release hormones that promote and increase the secretion of gonadotropins, thereby suppressing ovulation and helping alleviate pain associated with conditions such as adenomyosis and dysmenorrhea. However, once introduced into the body, these drugs can affect ovarian function and cause hormonal fluctuations, thus generally posing risks to health. Possible side effects include menstrual disorders and irregular menstruation. Long-term use may also accelerate female aging, leading to conditions such as osteoporosis and cerebrovascular diseases.
If you experience physical discomfort requiring treatment with gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists, it is recommended to proceed under the guidance of an obstetrician-gynecologist to avoid unintended harm from improper or blind use of the medication.
