Tampa, FL
A 24-year-old female asked:
What is a irregular period?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 29 years experience
Irregular is about U: Irregular period are periods that are different that your normal periods. This usually represents a change in when, how long or how intense the period is compared to your normal periods.
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Dr. Wendy Askewanswered
25 years experience
See your doctor: At 47 yrs of age, the hormonal changes related to aging are frequently a cause of irregular periods and need to be investigated. A sonogram, labs and possibly a biopsy of the lining of the uterus may be needed. Fibroids can cause as well. Once dangerous causes are ruled out: tx options may include: a low dose ocp, cyclic progestin/ or Progesterone pills, or surgical tx's if you want to stop them.
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Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 47 years experience
Depends: The BC pill can often pace your cycles by using it's supplemental hormones to make you regular/predictable. That will require that you meet with an OBGYN & have a thorough review of personal/family medical history to see if you are suitable. Some can come off the pill in the future & remain regular but some do not. It is something to try.
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Staten Island, NY
A 24-year-old female asked:
Help with my irregular period?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Robert Kwokanswered
Pediatrics 34 years experience
Question vague but: Many women have occasional variation of their menstrual period timing, some spotting between periods, a heavier or lighter period, a longer or shorter period, or even a missed period. Having one of these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean a medical problem, but a visit to one’s primary care or Ob-Gyn doctor is a good idea if symptoms are persistent, recurring, or worrisome.
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United Kingdom
A female asked:
What is the negatives about irregular period?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Mary Davidanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Several: They are usually associated with anovulation which means difficulty getting pregnant. They are a symptom and the underlying cause (diabetes,thyroid disease,etc.) can have serious consequences. Lastly, if you are not ovulating you are not producing progesterone so your uterine lining is constantly stimulated to grow which can lead to over growth,heavy prolonged bleeding, abnormal growth and cancer
3.7k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 47-year-old member asked:
Is having an irregular period normal?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Susan Almquistanswered
Obstetrics & Gynecology 17 years experience
It varies.: Most women (not on any kind of birth control/hormones) should have a monthly period. Some medical conditions cause irregular periods, and this is not normal. Women approaching menopause will probably have irregular periods until they stop completely. A person's age, medical history, exam, and labs will help determine if this is normal. Check with your doctor if you are having irregular cycles.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Irregular period. When do I ovulate?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Neeoo Chinanswered
Fertility Medicine 41 years experience
Difficult to tell: When one has irregular menstrual cycles it's very difficult to determine when ovulation is. Sometimes doing a basal body temperature chart maybe helpful. At times ultrasound can be helpful in addition to Progesterone blood testing.
5.6k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old member asked:
What to do about implantation or an irregular period?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 26 years experience
Most often there is: no bleeding with implantation - when it does occur there is only a tiny amount of blood. If you your are having a pattern of irregular bleeding - than please see your gynecologist to assess this further.
3.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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