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My PAP smear test shows metaplastic epithelial cells. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 39 years old female. For the last three months, I am having a long period cycle for 10 days. The first day is flowing but rest days are spotting. I have done pap smear test as suggested by a gynecologist. The report is showing some metaplastic epithelial cells.I was suggested to d... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), could not read it completely as important part is missing from the picture. But, there is some chronic infection of the cervix that affected cervical histology and there are some changes in the ce... Read Full »
What causes irregular periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having issues with on and off periods for nearly four years now. When my periods started, they were normal, neither heavy nor light, and nothing unusual. But, I started missing my cycle for about six months, and then I would come back completely normal. My last episode of m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The menstrual pattern you quote sounds like PCOS (polycystic 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. The timing is cru... Read Full »
Will Clomid help me to conceive with irregular periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been trying to conceive for one year. I am 30 years old. I have children already. Tracking BBT and LH to determine ovulation days (which I have found my peak). I had lots of irregular periods with 20-day cycles. Last cycle was 26 days. I want to try Clomid because I believe I m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Before opting for ovulation induction in your case, it would be important to learn if your partner's semen analysis is normal on the first hand. Your cycle seems to be regularly irregular, which is often seen in cases of women with estrogen deficiency and the ones wi... Read Full »
Will I become pregnant if I have protected sex two days after my period?
Query: Hello doctor,I had protected intercourse only two days after my period ended. Then, I took an emergency contraceptive pill just to be sure. After five days, I experienced menstrual bleeding. Is this normal? Is there any chance I could be pregnant? Kindly help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. There is no probability of conception because after two days of periods, the egg was no longer available, you had used protection, you had an emergency tablet, and you were already bleeding. For women, ovulation norma... Read Full »
My periods have been slightly irregular. What may be the reason?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 24-year-old, and I had an ultrasound for the first time today. My periods have been slightly irregular since the last few months and hence I went for a checkup. I am attaching my scan reports for your reference. Kindly guide me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. The ultrasound scan report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), which you have posted shows a single follicle dominant, may be in the right ovary. The end... Read Full »
Can drugs influence my menstrual cycle, making it irregular?
Query: Hello doctor,I just had my period for seven days which is normal for me three days ago. These last three days post period I have still been experiencing cramping and brownish discharge along with occasional red blood mixed in with my discharge. I usually only experience cramping before and during my... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. First of all do not worry, as you already got your periods, there is no chance of getting pregnant at all. So I suggest you relax. Bleeding for three days instead of seven days is absolutely normal. Brown discharge an... 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 have not had a period for last three months. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have had irregular period problems, and for the last three months I have not had a period. Last 1.5 months ago I had cramps and had minute bleeding for a few hours only. I am sexually active with a partner, unfortunately, I had unprotected sex last month. I took an I-pill after four... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Regarding your symptoms of irregular menses, abdominal cramps, and intake of contraceptive pills after unprotected sexual activities, I propose you have a developed hormone imbalance with possible pelvic inflammatory disease. Please do a ... Read Full »
Why am I experiencing irregular periods for the last two months?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing irregular periods for the last two months. I have also taken the medicine containing Norethisterone but have not gotten my periods. I have a history of medical conditions, including PCOD, although my periods were not delayed earlier. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. Irregular periods or menstrual cycles that occur less frequently than usual or vary in length, can be caused by a variety of factors. Some possible causes include: Hormonal... Read Full »