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Is masturbation related to irregular periods?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
No: No, it does not affect your cycles. Many conditions cause irregular periods - commonly polycystic ovarian sydrome (pcos), also underactive thyroid, excess prolactin hormone, aging of the ovary (diminished ovarian reserve), or low hormone levels (hypogonadism) from exercise, eating disorders, etc. These conditions prevent you from ovulating regularly. See a reproductive endocrinologist for testing.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Unrelated: Irregular periods are caused when your body's signals for ovulation and menstruation get confused by hormonal imbalances that can be related to your thyroid (TSH), pituitary (LH/FSH/prolactin), ovaries (estrogen/progesterone). Many external factors can affect the hormones: malnutrition, stress, obesity, for example. Hormonal contraception can help to regulate your periods, which is healthier.
Answered 5/25/2015
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Masturbation: There is no correlation between masturbation and your periods.
Answered 4/18/2016
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