Can acupuncture bring on a period in someone who is postmenopausal? I am 50 years old and have not had a period in exactly 2 years. I started acupuncture 3 months ago and got a very light period yesterday. I felt myself ovulate 2 weeks ago and had all the usual period symptoms…breast tenderness, slight cramping, slight headache.
Comment by Chad J. Dupuis, L.Ac.
Yes, most certainly. It happens fairly often.
Comment by Archived User
Thank you for your response. I have an appointment to see my doctor, as when I called, they said any bleeding after menopause needs evaluation, but I am relieved that it is something seen fairly often in acupuncture. My goal for acupuncture was to address migraines, but I do understand that it helps overall well being which made me wonder if there might be a connection.
Would love to hear other folks share their experience with postmenopausal periods as related to acupuncture.
Thanks again!