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Menstrual Irregularity

Menstrual irregularity refers to changes in the regularity, duration, or flow of menstrual periods. Menstrual irregularity is common and can be caused by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, pregnancy, breastfeeding, menopause, weight changes, stress, or certain medical conditions. Symptoms of menstrual irregularity may include missed periods, heavy or prolonged bleeding, or irregular bleeding between periods. Treatment options for menstrual irregularity depend on the underlying cause and may include medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery.

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Will Duphaston help in regulating irregular periods while trying for pregnancy?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 23 years old. My BMI rate is 29 and I am trying to conceive for the past one and a half years. I have irregular periods and my doctor prescribed me Duphaston tablets for getting periods last year. Should I take this medicine again? It has been 90 days since my last period. I tested...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepali Raina

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may be suffering from PCOD (polycystic ovary disease). If you want to conceive then the entire approach to treatment changes because we then focus on making you ovulate. Let me know your LMP (last menstrual period) and health history and also, any investigations don...  Read Full »

What can be done for irregular period due to PCOD?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 24 years old. From quite a long time my periods have been irregular. The pattern is oligo and hypomenorrhea. I got tested, found subclinical hypothyroidism and taking 25 micrograms Thyroxine. Also, PCOD profile was done which was normal except LH was at the higher range. USG showed P...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepali Raina

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) may not always present with classic symptoms. Your condition is suggestive of PCOD. Just exercises daily. Do not gain weight. Cut down on carbohydrates. Also, daily Vitamin D 400 IU can be of some help. Otherwise, you have to take birth...  Read Full »

I have missed my periods and having dryness in vagina. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 28 years old and had my last period two months back. I do not have regular cycles and have been detected with PCOS. However, I have been having my periods on time for the last two months. This month I missed my period. Last month, I did not have penetrative sex. However, my boyfriend...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepali Raina

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com, I understand your concern. Poly cystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal issue. It keeps coming back. Even though the possibility of pregnancy seems low, you must still confirm by a urine pregnancy test. It is a simple and easy test. Pregnancy kits are easily avail...  Read Full »

Please suggest a solution for my irregular periods.

Query: Hi doctor, I am facing a problem of irregular periods. My periods were late for 15 days in the month of August 2019 and 7 days late in the month of September 2019. Between this period I went for check up and the doctor asked for ultrasound and thyroid test but my reports sounded very well and fine...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepali Raina

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This looks like PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). Also, the most common cause of these symptoms at your age is PCOS. Birth control pills are hormones and form the best treatment for it. Before starting the treatment you need to undergo a few tests. It is not an emergency ...  Read Full »

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