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What Causes Irregularities In Periods?

I have missed 2 periods. I am irregular but I have never missed a period entirely. When I was supposed to have my period I have spotting and light cramping. My boyfriend and I use protection only right before he climaxes. Should I take a pregnancy test?
Thu, 25 Feb 2016
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Hello dear,
I understand your concern.

In my opinion there are various causes for irregular periods:-
1)Thyroid abnormalities.
2)Polycystic ovarian disease(PCOD).
3)Anaemia.
4)Overweight or obesity.
5)Stress.
etc.

So I suggest you to consult doctor and get the necessary investigations like ultrasound,thyroid profile done to rule out the above abnormalities.

Weight reduction in case of overweight or obesity is most important and helps in regularisation of cycles.

As you have spotting during the time of expected period and as you are sexually active definitely the pregnancy should be excluded.

So I suggest you to consider doing a urine pregnancy test.

At the same time cause of irregular periods should be evaluated.

Nothing to worry.

Hope this helps.
Best regards...Dr.Srilatha


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What Causes Irregularities In Periods?

Hello dear, I understand your concern. In my opinion there are various causes for irregular periods:- 1)Thyroid abnormalities. 2)Polycystic ovarian disease(PCOD). 3)Anaemia. 4)Overweight or obesity. 5)Stress. etc. So I suggest you to consult doctor and get the necessary investigations like ultrasound,thyroid profile done to rule out the above abnormalities. Weight reduction in case of overweight or obesity is most important and helps in regularisation of cycles. As you have spotting during the time of expected period and as you are sexually active definitely the pregnancy should be excluded. So I suggest you to consider doing a urine pregnancy test. At the same time cause of irregular periods should be evaluated. Nothing to worry. Hope this helps. Best regards...Dr.Srilatha