Menstrual Irregularity
Synopsis of Menstrual Irregularity
Menstrual irregularity refers to changes in the timing, flow, or frequency of menstrual cycles. A typical cycle lasts 21–35 days, and irregularity means cycles that fall outside this range, vary significantly from month to month, or involve skipped or unpredictable periods. Irregular menstruation is common during puberty, perimenopause, or times of hormonal disruption, but can also signal underlying health issues.
Types of irregularities include:
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Oligomenorrhea: Infrequent periods (cycle >35 days apart)
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Polymenorrhea: Frequent periods (cycle <21 days)
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Amenorrhea: Absence of menstruation
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Anovulation: No ovulation despite bleeding
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Spotting or mid-cycle bleeding
Common causes:
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Hormonal imbalances (estrogen, progesterone, thyroid, prolactin)
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
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Stress or significant weight changes
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Excessive exercise
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Perimenopause or menopause
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Uterine abnormalities (fibroids, polyps)
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Use of hormonal contraceptives
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Chronic illness or medications
When to see a doctor:
Seek evaluation if cycles are consistently irregular, very heavy or painful, or if menstruation stops for more than 3 months (not due to pregnancy or menopause). Blood work, pelvic exams, and imaging (like ultrasound) help determine the cause.
Natural remedies for Menstrual Irregularity
Track Cycles with a Calendar or App: Identifies patterns and possible triggers.
Adopt a Balanced Diet and Regular Exercise: Supports hormone regulation.
Reduce Stress: Meditation, yoga, or breathwork can influence hormonal balance.
Ensure Adequate Sleep and Sunlight Exposure: Supports melatonin and hormonal rhythms.
Maintain a Healthy Weight: Both underweight and obesity can disrupt cycles.
Ingredients
These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Menstrual Irregularity
green chiretta
ashwagandha
black cohosh
black pepper
radish
calcium
cassia bark
chaste tree
DIM (diindolylmethane)
dong quai root
evening primrose oil
fenugreek
Japanese sophora
licorice root
lovage
maca
motherwort
reishi mushroom
vitamin B6
vitamin C
vitamin D
wasabia japonica
wild yam
zinc
red clover
anise
blackboard tree
fumaria parviflora
rubia cordifolia
blessed thistle
lingusticum wallichii
yarrow
prickly ash
juniper berries
dioscorea
queen of the meadow
shepherd's purse
wood betony
white oak
17a-ethyl-estr-5(6)-ene-3B-diol
4'-hydroxy-3'-methoxyisoflavone-7
6 Bromo 3, 17 dioxoetioallochalane
7a-alpha-methyl-estra-4-en-3,17-dione
Angelica archanglica
Achyranthes bidentata
akebia
Apple Cider Vinegar
Asoka
Asafetida
Aerva Lanta
Agastache
Arisaema erubescens
Angelica
Angelica gigas nakai
Allium tuberosum Rottl.
Asparagus racemosus
Agrimony
Achyranthes
Abrus
Asoka Tree
Alchemilla
Aletris
Ajuga
Anserina
Aerva lanata
Akebia (unspecified)
American Liverleaf
Agnoside
Agnusides
Abutua
Agrimonia pilosa
Agnuside
Anise
Ashoka
Abuta
Aniseed myrtle
Anti-aromatase
Betony
Blue Cohosh
Blue Flag
Bergenia Pacumbis
Blepharis
Balsam
Big Quaking Grass
Beet Molasses
Black Haw
Black Cohosh
Black Gram
Bethroot
Baccharoides anthelmintica
black salt
Black root
Bauhinia Variegata
Bupleurum
Blue Vervain
Blackhaw
Beef liver
Balloon Pea
Black Pepper
Bupleurum (unspecified)
Black Mustard
Black Hellebore
Blood vessels
Bergenia
Cumin
Cohosh
Chinese Chastetree
Clary sage
Calotropis gigantea
Cnidium
Chive
Clerodendrum phlomidis
Cactus
Cinquefoil
Cyathula
Chlorophyll
Chinese Chive
Chastetree
Chard
California Peony
Corktree
Cowslip
Chirata
Chinese Motherwort
Convolvulus prostratis
Calamus
celery
Corydalis
Cane Molasses
California rose
Didymocarpus
Dog Rose
Desoxydiosgenin
Dioscorea oppositifolia
Dong Quai
Erythropalum scandens
Erodium cicutarium
Euryale seed
European Pennyroyal
Elephant Yam
European peony
Elephant's Head
Evening Primrose
Evening Primrose oil
Estrogen
Fig
False Unicorn Root
Fenugreek fiber
Fern
Five-leaf Chastetree
False Unicorn
Feverfew
Fenigreek fiber
Fenugreek
Goldenrod
Goldthread
Gravel root
Ginger phenols (unspecified)
Hyacinth (unspecified)
Houttynia
Hyacinth bean
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
Iron
Iron
Joe-Pye
Khella
Korean Angelica
Kidney
Knotgrass (unspecified)
lemon balm
Lady's Mantle
Lesser speargrass
Ligusticum (Unspecified)
Lophira lanceolata
Leptadenia
Little ironweed
Labisia pumila
Motherwort
Mentha haplocalyx
Mezoneuron benthamianum
Mung Bean
Marjoram
Montanoa tomentosa
Mexican oregano
Mexican Yam
Macaenes
Ovary
Ovary
Oxypregnane glycoside
Peppermint leaf
Pennyroyal
Progesterone
Pulsatilla
Peony
Praying mantis
Pennyroyal (unspecified)
Polypodium (unspecified)
Pentatropis capensis
Paederia foetida
Pointed gourd
Pubescent Angelica
Progesterone
Phytoestrogen
Prickly Chaff Flower
Paeonia moutan
Prickly Ash Bark
Plectranthus amboinicus
Potentilla (unspecified)
Phytoestrogen (unspecified)
Phytoestrol (unspecified)
Qin Jiao
Rubus (unspecified)
Red Sandalwood
Roman Chamomile
Radish
Red Raspberry
Rose
Rhubarb (unspecified)
Speedwell
Sarsaparilla
Spikenard
Snakeroot (unspecified)
Sanguisorba
Southernwood
Sweet Marjoram
Semiaquilegia
Sorrel
Seaweed (unspecified)
Sweet Goldenrod
Semecarpus anacardium
Shepherd's Purse
Scurfy Pea
Squaw Vine
Sedanenolide
Thyroid
Thyroid
Tarragon
Three-leaf akebia
Three Leaf Caper
Turtle Head
Tropical jewel hisbiscus
Uterus
Uterus
Vitamin B6
Viburnum (unspecified)
Vitex Agnus-Castus
Vitex (unspecified)
Water Plantain
Wild carrot
Wild Yam
Western Mugwort
Wild Thyme
Wood Betony
Yarrow
Yam (unspecified)
