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Irregular Periods

Irregular periods means the days between two menstrual periods keep changing, heavy or light period than usual, or the duration of periods varies. Some of the common causes include placement of intrauterine device (IUD), using birth control pills, PCOS, stress, an overactive or underactive thyroid, and uterine fibroids.

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I did not get my period last month however my pregnancy test was negative. Please advise.

Query: Hi doctor, I did not get my period last month. I am sexually active also but my pregnancy kit results were negative. A recent tragic incident happened in my family my grandfather passed away so there was a lot of stress and tension. What should I do? Should I take an I-pill or something? Please hel...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Has such a thing happened before? When did you have the last intercourse? When was the last time you did a pregnancy test? I should know these things to guide you properly. I-pill is an emergency contraceptive pill, and cannot be used for induc...  Read Full »

I have an ovarian cyst and irregular periods. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a female struggling with irregular periods, and I recently found out that I have an ovarian cyst. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case, and I understand your concern. I saw your reports (attachments are hidden to protect the patient's identity). The ovarian cyst is small. There is nothing to worry about that. Repeat the scan after three months to see whether its size i...  Read Full »

My periods are delayed by 20 days despite a negative pregnancy test result. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, My period got delayed for the last 20 days. The pregnancy test is also negative. What is the reason for the delayed period since the pregnancy test is negative? Please help me.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Sometimes periods might get delayed by one or two weeks because of stress or a recent illness. And also a pregnancy testing kit might show false results in the early days. So if it is not pregnancy, then there sho...  Read Full »

I had a medical abortion and a dilation and curettage procedure but still experiencing bleeding. What could this be? Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I had a medical abortion three weeks ago using pills and experienced heavy bleeding for seven days with lots of clots and pain. It subsided after three days, but then my bleeding started again, and it was very heavy. An ultrasound confirmed that there was no ectopic pregnancy, and the p...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. According to your description, there could be retained products of conception. Have you undergone a Dand C or had a recent ultrasound (USG)? Have you taken any medications for the bleeding? Please provide all the details so that I can assist y...  Read Full »

I have PCOD and irregular periods despite taking medicines. Can I conceive naturally?

Query: Hello doctor,I have PCOD and want to conceive. I want to know if there is any natural way of conceiving. I was on birth control pills for three months and after that, I stopped taking pills. My periods were regular for three months and then I did not get my period in the fourth month. So I consulted...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. I have gone through your case and I understand your concern. You can conceive naturally. Start taking folic acid tablets once daily. Maintain your weight within BMI (body mas...  Read Full »

My partner’s period is delayed after unprotected sex. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, We had sex without a condom three to four days before her periods started. But she is getting one drop of blood and according to her, her periods have not started yet. And she had severe pain. So what is the problem? And is there any chance of getting pregnant?  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You should always mention the last menstrual date when consulting to a gynecologists. As per your description you had intercourse three to four days before her date. If her periods were regular then that was her safe period so there is almost...  Read Full »

I have been suffering from delayed periods, increased bleeding, and post-bleeding symptoms, despite taking medications. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My last period was delayed by 50 days. I got bleeding after taking Deviry medicine, and the bleeding was more than regular but lasted for two days. My period cycle usually lasts for five to six days. Previously, I had protected sex and also took the pill.. After the bleeding, I experie...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Before starting any treatment, it is essential to first identify the underlying cause. We cannot simply take hormonal medicines without proper evaluation. Delayed periods are frequently associated with PCOS (polycystic ov...  Read Full »

My menstrual cycle is irregular despite taking Sysron. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My menstrual cycle does not come at all. I took many medicines, but it comes with increased difficulty only once a year. My menstrual cycle is not happening properly even after taking Sysron-N. Could you please suggest any other medicine? Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sysron-N contains progesterone. After taking these tablets bleeding will occur but it should be taken in a particular dose. I hope you took this in a proper way. After stopping this tablet period should come within a week. It might take 24 hours or even seven days to...  Read Full »

My doctor prescribed Primolut-N thrice a day for my delayed periods. Is it the proper dosage?

Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from delayed periods for almost eight months. My doctor prescribed me Primolut -N thrice a day. Is it the proper dosage? And how many days it will take to regulate period cycle? kindly answer me. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Have you not got your periods for eight months or are you getting frequent delayed periods for eight months? I would suggest before taking any hormonal pills, you should find the cause behind this. Because this will...  Read Full »

My friend suffers from irregular periods and PCOS. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, My friend is 25 years old. She suffers from PCOS and irregular periods for two years. I want to know some natural remedies that would help her to regulate her periods regularly. She is not taking any medications for PCOS and planning to get married soon. Will this PCOS and irregular pe...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I have gone through your case and I understand your concern. PCOS is very common these days, especially in the young population. Irregular periods, scanty menses, acne excessive weight gain, these things are commonly seen in PCOS. Usually, ...  Read Full »

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