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Why am I experiencing mood changes during my menstrual cycle?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old female. I have noticed some irregularities in my menstrual cycle lately, and it is been a bit concerning. Can you explain how menstrual cycles are typically assessed, and what factors might contribute to irregularities? I have been experiencing changes in my mood du... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Irregularities in menstrual cycles can be concerning, but there are various factors to consider. To assess menstrual cycles, we typically evaluate cycle length, regularity, flow, and associated symptoms like pain or mood changes. Factors ... Read Full »
I experienced two menstrual periods in a single month. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 24-year-old female, five feet tall, who experienced two menstrual periods in a single month. This occurred after taking a contraceptive pill, and the bleeding lasted more than seven days in small amounts. Kindly help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Withdrawal bleeding is a common side effect of the emergency contraceptive pill, resulting from the sudden withdrawal of hormones from your body. However, it may not occur for everyone. Menstrual irregularities, possibly stemming from a horm... Read Full »
My period is irregular after having protected sex. Is it normal?
Query: Hi doctor,I turned 21 last week. I want to consult regarding my menstrual cycle because it is already irregular. My last menstruation was in the second week of last month, and now I am already two days late. I had intercourse two months back in the last week, and we used a condom. Is the irregulari... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am here to give you the best medical advice.I believe that you have developed a hormonal imbalance that has caused irregular menses and other symptoms that you are experiencing. Do you have any history of vaginal discharge, usage of contraceptive pills in the past, bre... Read Full »
Can an H.pylori infection cause irregular periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old female. I have no medical history, but my periods have been irregular lately, occurring once every two months. I have been on DHEA for over eight weeks and have a lot of eggs, which measured close to 15 mm the last time I went for a SONAR. We have been trying to conc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You are of the appropriate pregnancy age (19 to 35 years old). If you have been pregnant before, no matter what the outcome was, you will undoubtedly become pregnant again. When you have menstruation once every two ... Read Full »
I missed my periods and noticed a brown discharge. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I engaged in protected sex with my partner. My usual period date is the 17th of the month, but it was delayed. Additionally, I have not been eating well, and I am dealing with thyroid issues. The stress and depression from family problems have been causing sleepless nights with tears. I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.The brown discharge you experienced around the 45th day after your missed period could be due to the shedding of the uterine lining that occurs during menstruation. It is sometimes called "spotting" and can occur ... Read Full »
I have irregular periods after using Mifepristone. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 20 years old. I missed my period last month and got to know that I was pregnant. So I took Mifepristone. Now it has been more than a month since I had my periods. And I also have a lot of weight gain recently. My pregnancy test was negative this month. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Based on your symptoms, you may be experiencing a delay in your menstrual cycle due to the Mifepristone (Progesterone) medication you took. Mifepristone is commonly used as a medication to termin... Read Full »
Is it unsafe to take Plan B pills during ovulation?
Query: Hello doctor,Hello, so if anyone knows about the menstrual cycle and all, I am not on a contraceptive pill because I do not have unprotected sex with my boyfriend, but I am someone who stresses quickly. A month and a half ago, I took a Plan B pill because I was scared, but the condom slipped away. U... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. As you are not using a regular contraceptive method, the use of emergency contraception Plan B pill (Levonorgestrel) increases the likelihood of irregular menstrual cycles. The timing of your last period and the use of... Read Full »
I am experiencing acne and irregular periods. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 53-year-old female experiencing PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) symptoms such as acne and irregular periods. I am currently on Norethisterone medication prescribed by a general doctor. Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) can be quite challenging as it has an impact on physical appearance, which is understandably a cause for concern. The management of PCOD depends on your specific goals. You may ne... Read Full »
I am having irregular periods. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have missed my period by two months and usually, I have irregular periods. I have been taking the tablet Ovral L for three months. Also, I am taking the tablet Deviry. It has been eight days and still, I have not got my period. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to help you get the best medical advice. If you have missed your periods for two months and have not had a period for eight consecutive days, it is possible that you are pregnant. It is important to take a pregnancy test to confirm this. If you are n... Read Full »
My periods have been delayed by three days. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from irregular menstruation for 10 years, and the bleeding occurs for only one or two days. I have taken a Ceftriaxone tablet and am concerned as my periods have been delayed for three days this month. Kindly suggest. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern There are several causes for a delay in menstrual period. Hormonal imbalance and intra-uterine adhesions are the most common causes. If the period has been delayed for more than a week, or if the flow is for one or two days, it is abnorma... Read Full »