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Can Hormone Imbalance Cause Less Frequency Of Periods?

I am 15 years old and have had my period for almost 3 years, starting about 8 months ago, I began getting my period every other month. The first few times I thought it was just due to stress, but now it has been consistently coming every 2 months. The periods themselves are regular, just less frequent. Could it be a hormone imbalance? A thyroid problem? A problem with one of my ovaries? Should I tell my mom to make an appointment with my doc or do you think it is normal? Thanks.
Fri, 24 Oct 2014
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Hi,

I think you should get evaluated for delayed menstruation. If I were your treating physician I would have started with a thyroid function tests - which is the common cause, followed by the estimation of sex hormones, prolactin - depending on the clinical setting.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.

Regards
Dr Ajish TP
Consultant Endocrinologist
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Can Hormone Imbalance Cause Less Frequency Of Periods?

Hi, I think you should get evaluated for delayed menstruation. If I were your treating physician I would have started with a thyroid function tests - which is the common cause, followed by the estimation of sex hormones, prolactin - depending on the clinical setting. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. Regards Dr Ajish TP Consultant Endocrinologist