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Menstruation is normal vaginal bleeding that lasts from 4 to 7 days and occurs every 28-35 days. However, missed or late periods have become a common concern among women these days.
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Irregular menstruation can be a cause of concern if left treated. Here, let's discuss all possible causes of menstrual irregularities.
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Pregnancy is the most common cause of a missed period. Nausea, sensitivity to smells, breast tingling or tenderness and fatigue are other symptoms of pregnancy.
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition that affects a woman's hormone levels. This hormone imbalance contributes to irregular periods.
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Not many know that stress can affect menstrual cycles. Stress decreases the amount of a hormone called GnRH, which disrupts ovulation or menstruation.
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Many women do not resume regular periods until they have completed breastfeeding.
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Contraceptives change the menstrual cycles and cause lighter, less frequent, more frequent, or skipped periods or no periods at all.
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A sudden, short illness like fever, cold, cough etc. or even a longer illness can delay periods. This is usually temporary.
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