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What Causes Irregular Periods?

Good evening. I m kindly asking if anyone can help to state what my problem is as it relates to my menstruation. The first time I got my period was at the age of 12. I m 20 years old currently & I ve been experiencing irregular bleeding for the last 5 years. My period normally last either 4 weeks or over one month. As of right now, I m close to 2 months and I m still bleeding heavy like it just started. Along with that, I pass big amount of clots almost everyday. I know menstruation is a norm for females but my main concern is why do I bleed so much & for so long? Please, any information will be really appreciated as I am worried about my health. Thank you in advance.
Tue, 27 Jun 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for posting in HCM.
I have read your description and understand your concern.
Looking at the pattern you have described about your menstruation, it certainly needs evaluation. One possible reason for this could be presence of underlying polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD).
You would require certain blood investigations and ultrasound scan of the abdomen to know what could be the underlying cause, so that it can be treated appropriately.
Kindly consult Gynecologist promptly for clinical evaluation and appropriate management.
Hope this helps.
All the best.
Regards,
Dr.Ashakiran.S.,
MBBS., MD.
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What Causes Irregular Periods?

Hi, Thanks for posting in HCM. I have read your description and understand your concern. Looking at the pattern you have described about your menstruation, it certainly needs evaluation. One possible reason for this could be presence of underlying polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD). You would require certain blood investigations and ultrasound scan of the abdomen to know what could be the underlying cause, so that it can be treated appropriately. Kindly consult Gynecologist promptly for clinical evaluation and appropriate management. Hope this helps. All the best. Regards, Dr.Ashakiran.S., MBBS., MD.