EVERYTHING about IRREGULAR PERIODS | MAITRI | Dr Anjali Kumar | Menstruation Series Ep 3
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The menstrual cycle duration ranges from 22 to 35 days with 5 to 7 days of normal variation, while irregular periods require investigation if occurring more than 8 days off the usual cycle more than 2-3 times a year. Four hormones - FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone - play essential roles in triggering ovulation and maintaining the menstrual cycle's phases.
Insights
- Menstrual cycle duration ranges from 22 to 35 days with a normal variation of 5 to 7 days.
- Irregular periods, occurring more than 8 days off the usual cycle more than 2-3 times a year, necessitate investigation due to potential underlying issues like thyroid problems, PCOD, premature ovarian failure, stress, medications, and other factors.
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Recent questions
What hormones are involved in the menstrual cycle?
FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone.
What is the normal duration of a menstrual cycle?
22 to 35 days.
What triggers ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
LH hormone.
What are the two phases of the menstrual cycle?
Pre-ovulatory and post-ovulatory.
What are some causes of delayed periods?
Physiological reasons like adolescence, pregnancy, and perimenopause.
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Summary
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Understanding Menstrual Cycle: Duration, Hormones, and Causes
- Menstrual cycle duration is typically 22 to 35 days, with 5 to 7 days of variation considered normal.
- Irregular periods occurring more than 8 days off the usual cycle, more than 2-3 times a year, require investigation.
- Four hormones - FSH, LH, estrogen, and progesterone - play crucial roles in the menstrual cycle.
- Ovulation is triggered by LH, leading to the release of eggs and subsequent progesterone production.
- Menstrual cycle has two phases: pre-ovulatory and post-ovulatory, with the latter being fixed at 14 days.
- Causes of delayed periods include physiological reasons like adolescence, pregnancy, lactation, and perimenopause.
- Pathological reasons for irregular periods include thyroid issues, PCOD, premature ovarian failure, lifestyle factors, stress, medications, and more.
