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Can PCOS cause irregular and prolonged periods?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 33 years old. I had bleeding for five weeks and two days and so I did a pelvic exam. I do not know the reason for the bleeding and everything was in the average size. I did not get periods of nine months. I usually have periods only for two to three times per year. Can I have PCOS? ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You cannot see polycystic changes on ultrasound as only fifty percent of people show changes due to PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). If you have any of these changes such as excess acne, unwanted facial or body hair, or severe hair fall along with irregular periods i... Read Full »
My wife has breast cancer with irregular periods. Is this normal?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife is in remission from stage 2 breast cancer. She underwent chemotherapy and radiation last year. As a result of her treatment, she did not have her period for roughly 13 months. Her period returned last month, but she seems to have missed her period this month. My question is, A... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Loss of ovarian function can happen temporarily or permanently depending on the dosage of the chemotherapy. This happens due to the damage to the immature ovarian follicles containing the immature eggs by the chemotherapeutic agents. So the chances of resumption depe... Read Full »
What is the reason for my period irregularities, hormonal imbalance or iron deficiency?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in my mid-30s, morbidly obese and taking Lamictal. My Hb is always low due to iron deficiency and I have been short of breath. My period has been thrown off from time to time but this month I have shortness of breath and my heart has been pounding. My period was four days late an... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your description and would help you for sure. Your period irregularities are mostly a consequence of hormonal disturbances associated with your obesity, which could be even a part of a lifestyle disorder called PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome).... Read Full »
What makes you have two menstrual cycles in a month?
Query: Hello doctor, I had two menstrual cycles in one month, two weeks apart. I have not had an intercourse for two months. Should I be concerned? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Frequent periods could be bothersome and can be due to hormonal problems or anovulation. Also, local causes need to be ruled out for which you need to visit a gynecologist for an examination. I suggest you check for your prolactin levels, thyroid function test, and ... Read Full »
Is it normal to have dark brown discharge after a period?
Query: Hi doctor,I got off my period two days back, but I have been spotting since yesterday. It is dark brown and sometimes pinkish. What does this mean? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Some spotting (dark brown or pinkish discharge that you have been noticing) at the end of periods is natural as your blood discharge decreases significantly. So there is absolutely nothing to worry about if it does not extend beyond the sixth or seventh day of your m... Read Full »