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WHAT IS AN IRREGULAR MENSTRUAL CYCLE?
- periods that come too close (closer than 21 days)
- periods that come too far apart (more than 40 days)
- periods that last longer than 8 days
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bleeding in between periods
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unscheduled bleeding
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unusually heavy periods
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unusually light periods
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a significant change from your normal period
WHEN IS IT TIME TO SEE MY GYN?
- for any of the above mentioned reasons (What is an irregular menstrual cycle?)
- unusual pain with periods (dysmenorrhea)
- a significant change from your normal period
Related Q&A: How do I know if my period is considered normal? |
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Wendy Fried, M.D., FACOG, FACS,
is an OB/Gyn with Northern Obstetrics and Gynecology, PC in North Hills, New York |
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