There are many factors which are responsible for irregular periods some of them you can find in following article.

• A woman can have irregular periods due to significant weight loss or weight gain.


• Over exercise can also result in irregular menstruation.


• Poor nutrition and diet which is rich in carbohydrates is also related to hormonal imbalance and menstrual disturbances.


• Some drugs can also cause irregularities in menstruation.


• Many women who are smokers experience irregular periods.


• Excessive intake of coffee is also a cause of irregular menstruation.


• Some specific drugs can also cause menstrual irregularities.


• Use of excessive alcohol can also disturb hormonal metabolism which also disturbs menstrual cycle.


• Drug abusers can also have some irregularities in their periods.


• Some eating disorders like bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa also cause menstrual cycle irregularities.


• In some cases increased stress is cause of irregular menstruation.


• A disease called Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can cause estrogen dominance in the blood which can be the cause of irregularities in the menstrual cycle.


• One of the cause can be uterine abnormalities like polyps, cysts, fibroids and endometriosis.


• Recent child birth or miscarriage are also one of the causes of irregularity.


• Some women have period irregularities when they breast feeding.


• There can be some changes in menstrual cycle if there is beginning of menopause in a woman.

The above reasons can cause irregularities in menstrual cycle. If you find some reasons of irregular periods in yourself or your relatives and friend then it is a good idea to visit your doctor.

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