My age is 21 n my periods r usually irregular. Is this due to my excess weight?
2006-07-04 20:56:52 · 8 answers · asked by anny 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
It really depends on the person. For some women, it's natural to have irregular periods, as long as they are not very off. Around 26 to 32 days is alright.
2006-07-04 20:59:51 · answer #1 · answered by huh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Women who produce excess amounts of androgen are usually easy to recognize. They are often overweight and almost always have either acne or facial hair or both.
Women who have such a syndrome of irregular menstrual periods (or no menstrual periods at all) in association with obesity and facial hair and/or acne have been given several terms including Stein-Leventhal Syndrome and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) . I do not like these terms, particularly the latter, because they are inaccurate and because they convey the impression that the problem is mainly ovarian whereas in reality, the problem involves the pituitary, the adrenal, the ovary, and your metabolic "system" as well. Nonetheless, PCOS is the term everyone uses and as bad as it may be, we are stuck with it.
Newer information indicates that PCOS is really a total body disorder involving not only abnormalities in the ovary and adrenal but in the pancreas and insulin secretion as well. PCOS usually begins at puberty. If a teenage girl begins to develop symptoms of PCOS, prompt diagnosis and treatment may prevent the full-blown syndrome from developing. Unfortunately, many of these girls are simply put on oral contraceptive pills to "regulate" their cycle. This is does nothing to address the underlying cause and only delays proper diagnosis and treatment.
2006-07-05 04:05:57 · answer #2 · answered by dafauti 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it could be possible due to your excess weight. However, it is better to consult a doctor and find out the actual cause so that it can be made regular.
2006-07-05 04:26:33 · answer #3 · answered by its_anoo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily. I knew a woman who was thin who was irregular. Her periods were sometimes 15 days apart, sometimes 40 days. The best thing is to ask a gynecologist, just to be sure.
2006-07-05 04:00:59 · answer #4 · answered by crispy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is possible if you have a thyroid problem. You should see a medical professional immediately. This could be a serious situation or it could just be that you need to lose a little weight. Make sure you talk to your regular doctor or a gynecologist as soon as possible. Best wishes.
2006-07-05 04:02:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe..... But you should never need a reason to try to shed excess weight. It is a strain on alot of bodily systems. That being said, regularly taking your birth control pill helps many women regulate their period, with their doctor's help.
2006-07-05 04:20:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it could be. Are you taking any medications? This could be a factor. Lose some weight and exercise,this should help.
2006-07-05 04:01:58 · answer #7 · answered by matt H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
difficult point. search with yahoo or google. just that can assist!
2014-11-14 23:09:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋