Women's health
Irregular periods
Also called irregular periods, periods problem, mahwari, missed period, late period
What this means
Periods can vary at times due to stress, weight change, thyroid issues or conditions like PCOS. Occasional changes are common, but a persistent change in your pattern should be reviewed.
Safe to do at home
- Keep a simple record of your cycle dates
- Maintain a balanced diet and healthy weight
- Stay active and manage stress
- Get enough sleep
Please do not do this alone
- Do not take hormonal pills to adjust periods without advice
- Do not ignore a long absence of periods
- Do not self treat with unproven remedies
Book a consultation if
- Periods are very irregular, very frequent or absent for a few months
- There is excess hair growth, acne or difficulty conceiving
- You have severe pain with periods
Get help immediately if
- Heavy bleeding with severe weakness or fainting
- Severe lower abdominal pain with a missed period, which needs urgent review
The right doctor for this
Gynecologist
This is the specialist who sees this symptom most often and can examine you properly. If you are not sure, a general physician is always a safe place to start and will refer you onward if you need it.
