Irregular Periods: Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Doctor

1. Hormonal imbalances:

- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

-Hypothyroidism

-Cushing's syndrome

-Hyperprolactinemia

-Menopause

-Premature ovarian failure

-Weight loss or gain

-Stress

-Excessive exercise

-Medications (such as birth control pills)

2. Structural abnormalities:

- Uterine fibroids

-Polyps

-Endometriosis

-Cervical stenosis

-Asherman's syndrome

3. Medical conditions:

- Diabetes

-Thyroid disease

-Kidney disease

-Liver disease

-Celiac disease

-Cancer

4. Lifestyle factors:

- Smoking

-Alcohol consumption

-Lack of sleep

-Poor nutrition

-Excessive exercise

-Stress