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Why are my periods irregular?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am 17 years old. My periods are irregular. Sometimes, it lasts for 15 days, and sometimes, I have it for seven days or four days. Last month, I got my periods only for three days with a slight flow. Now again, it got started with minute spots. I do not know what is happening to me.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyarekha Yattinamani

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Bhagyarekha Yattinamani is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in high-risk pregnancy care, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for women’s health issues across all age groups. Dr. Yattinamani is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care focused on promoting women’s reproductive health and overall well-being.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. After menarche till 18 years of age, our body will be adjusting to the hormonal changes and HPO (hypothalamic pituitary ovarian axis) axis will be maturing till 18 years of age. Hence, irregular periods are common during this period. In your case, your BMI (body mass index) is high and you seem to be obese on considering your height. As per your height, your ideal weight should be around 121 lbs. Weight reduction helps best for periods. As more estrogen is produced from the body fat, it leads to hormonal imbalance and so obesity causes insulin resistance and acne. Get evaluated for thyroid. You can take tablet Yaz (Ethinyl estradiol with Drospirenone) for three months to regulate your periods.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At May 9, 2020
Reviewed At July 19, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Bhagyarekha Yattinamani is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in high-risk pregnancy care, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for women’s health issues across all age groups. Dr. Yattinamani is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care focused on promoting women’s reproductive health and overall well-being.

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Education:

BDS

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Bhagyarekha Yattinamani is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in high-risk pregnancy care, infertility management, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She is skilled in both surgical and non-surgical treatments for women’s health issues across all age groups. Dr. Yattinamani is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care focused on promoting women’s reproductive health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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