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Answered by Dr. Sonal Prasad

What would be the reason for irregular periods in a girl?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The menstrual pattern you quote sounds like PCOS/PMOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome). It is a hormonal imbalance characterized by menstrual abnormalities. I suggest doing the following tests on day two of periods to diagnose and classify the type of PCOS/PMOS. The timing is crucial.

May 29, 2026

What causes Vitamin D and B12 deficiency in early pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The vitamin D levels are in the deficient range, and the vitamin B12 levels are normal. There is no need to discontinue the pregnancy due to these values. Vitamin D supplementation will help to have adequate levels in a baby. I suggest vitamin D supplementation with a Calcirol sachet of 60000 IU weekly after the 12th week of pregnancy for eight weeks.

May 20, 2026

How to stop prolonged menstrual bleeding?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.PCOD - polycystic ovarian disease often gets presented with heavy menstruation. I suggest tablet Primolut N 5 mg (Norethisterone) one tablet three times a day till bleeding stops. Consult your doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent. This will keep your bleeding in control for this cycle.

March 30, 2026

Can I get pregnant with late ovulation and with no period?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Congratulations on your pregnancy. Yes, it is possible to ovulate later than usual. When ovulation happens late, the menstrual cycle may also shift, which can lead to a delayed period.

March 10, 2026

Should I meet my gynecologist for missed period?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As your beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is less than one, you are not pregnant. So, we can safely suggest medication to induce your periods. I suggest tablet Duphaston (Dydrogesterone) 10 mg three times a day. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and take medicine with consent.

February 5, 2026

What is heavy menstrual bleeding?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, your menstruation will be considered heavy. More than 2.6 fl oz of blood loss, bleeding for more than six days, and passage of clots indicate heavy flow. Do not be scared about visiting a gynecologist.

November 27, 2025

I bled abnormally along with pelvic pain. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, there are chances that you might be pregnant and might be aborting.Please get a serum beta hCG test (human chorionic gonadotropin) done. It is a blood test to detect pregnancy. Also, get an ultrasound done to see if the uterus is completely evacuated or not.

November 6, 2025

Is medical abortion safe at a 9-week pregnancy?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand that this is a very personal and emotional decision, and it is important that you are seeking accurate information. Here is what you need to know:Medical abortion works best when the pregnancy is under 8 weeks, especially when there is no fetal heartbeat. At 9 weeks and 3 days, it becomes less effective, and there is a higher chance that the abortion might be incomplete, meaning your wife may still need a minor surgical procedure (called suction evacuation) afterward to clear the uterus fully.What you will need before proceeding:An early pregnancy ultrasound is used to confirm the exact gestation and whether there is cardiac activity.

October 1, 2025

When to take a pregnancy test after an emergency pill?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. It was a smart move to take Unwanted 72 (emergency contraceptive pill), even though there was no penetrative sex. Pre-ejaculate can sometimes contain sperm, so there is always a small risk. That said, emergency pills are most effective when taken within 72 hours, but they are not 100% reliable.

September 20, 2025

I took cocaine before conception. Can it harm our baby?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The sperm ejaculated are formed 3 to 5 days before the actual sex process. If you have never used them before and used them only a few hours before sex, then there should be no problem of malformations in the baby. Neither is alcohol. I must emphasize, though, that as you might already know, cocaine use is significantly detrimental to your own health and must be avoided.

August 8, 2025

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