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What are the causes of irregular periods?

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What are the causes of irregular periods?

Few causes of irregular periods are stress, weight gain or loss, uterine polyp or fibroid, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, PCOS, premature ovarian insufficiency, thyroid disorder.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What if periods are late by 10 days?

If next cycle starts from 28 +/- 7 days from the first date of last menstrual cycle then it is considered a normal cycle. A delay of 10 days is not normal and may need evaluation.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Which exercise is best for irregular periods?

Exercise is an effective way to maintain a healthy weight. Because being overweight can cause irregular periods, reducing weight may make periods more regular. Any kind of aerobic exercise, walking, jogging, running, yoga are good. What's important is to have a regular exercise, not the type of exercise.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What I ate to get my period back?

One needs to have a healthy meals including fats, Proteins and carbohydrates in diet along with regular exercise to maintain ideal weight for getting regular periods.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Can period be delayed by 10 days?

Periods can get delayed by any number of days. If next cycle starts from 28 +/- 7 days from the first date of last menstrual cycle then it is considered a normal cycle. A delay of 10 days is not normal and may need evaluation.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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Why is my period late not pregnant?

One may have some underlying causes such as stress, hormone imbalance, poly or uterine fibroids which cause delay in periods in the absence of pregnancy.

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