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I have irregular periods, sometimes monthly sometimes every few months, even over a year. what could cause secondary ammenorhea?
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Amenorrhea : Causes include use of birth control pills followed by discontinuation, stress, certain meds,hormonal imbalance, polycystic ovary disease, strenuous athletics, anorexia nervosa, and many others.It might be resonable to regulate your periods with hormones (i.e birth control pills). Consutl with your gynecologist.
Answered 7/31/2014
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