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What Causes Scanty Menstrual Bleeding Lasting For Only A Day?

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Posted on Wed, 27 Sep 2017
Question: I am having periods just for 1 day only and it's been from months together. It's regular occurs every month but lasts only for 1 day. I don't suffer from any ailment and I do not find any symptoms of sudden weight gain or facial hair growth or mood swings.
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Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It could be due to hormonal imbalance.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
It could be due to hormonal imbalance most likely PCOD(polycystic ovarian disorder).
A endocrinal disorder which is associated with menstrual irregularities,facial hair growth and weight.
Get your hormonal profile(fsh,LH,estradiol and progesterone),thyroid profile, prolactin and pelvic ultrasound to see multiple follicles.
Lifestyle changes and diet changes are very helpful in your case.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck.
Regards
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What Causes Scanty Menstrual Bleeding Lasting For Only A Day?

Brief Answer: It could be due to hormonal imbalance. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. It could be due to hormonal imbalance most likely PCOD(polycystic ovarian disorder). A endocrinal disorder which is associated with menstrual irregularities,facial hair growth and weight. Get your hormonal profile(fsh,LH,estradiol and progesterone),thyroid profile, prolactin and pelvic ultrasound to see multiple follicles. Lifestyle changes and diet changes are very helpful in your case. Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information. Good luck. Regards