Hormones influence a lot in a woman’s body. But, when a woman is missing her period irregularly, is it something to discuss ...

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Long and irregular menstrual cycles aren’t just a problem when women are trying to conceive. Unpredictable periods may also signal an increased risk for a common type of liver disease, according to a ...

Medically reviewed by Cordelia Nwankwo, MD Key Takeaways Uterine fibroids are muscular tumors that can cause bleeding between menstrual periods.Endometrial hyperplasia causes the endometrium to ...

Dr. Mary Jacobson is the Chief Medical Advisor at Alpha Medical. She received her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, and is an accomplished academic, board-certified ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For many people who menstruate, there’s the collective feeling of dread when it comes to “that time of ...

Irregular periods are often dismissed as “normal” in teenagers, and in many cases, they are a natural part of puberty. But doctors say an increasing number of adolescents are facing persistent ...

It is not uncommon to have irregular periods after stopping the pill, but they should really have settled down by six months or so. Sometimes when women think back to starting the pill, it was at a ...

Irregular periods after childbirth are normal and might take months to settle. Breastfeeding can delay your period’s return due to hormonal changes. Talk to a doctor if you experience very heavy ...

As anyone who has ever menstruated will know, every period is different. The menstrual cycle can be strongly affected by a variety of internal and external factors, including our lifestyle, weight ...

For many people who menstruate, there’s the collective feeling of dread when it comes to “that time of the month.” While most get their period every four weeks, some people may menstruate more often ...