Irregular periods: Causes and how to manage
Written by Freya Eriksson
Freya Eriksson
With more than three years of experience in the field, Freya Eriksson specializes in writing about the latest research into fertility and reproductive health. She is passionate about shining a light on under-researched topics such as contraception and planning pregnancy. Freya holds a Master's degree in Linguistics and lives in Stockholm, Sweden.
Fact checked by Dr. Erica Brondolin PhD, Scientist at Natural Cycles
Dr. Erica Brondolin PhD
Dr. Erica Brondolin obtained her PhD in particle physics from the Technical University of Vienna. Following a decade-long tenure at CERN, she transitioned to her current position as a Data Scientist at Natural Cycles. Dedicated to women's health, Erica specializes in women’s reproductive health research within her role at Natural Cycles.
Key takeaways
- Irregular periods are when your periods are less than 21 days or more than 35 days apart, or if your menstrual cycle varies a lot in length
- Causes of irregular periods include cycle conditions like PCOS, recent use of hormonal birth control, and stress.
- Treatment of irregular periods depends on the underlying cause and includes medication and surgery.
Anyone with a cycle is likely to experience irregular periods from time to time. For some of us, though, irregular bleeding and changes to the length of our cycle are more frequent. In this article, we’ll cover what irregular periods are, what causes them, when to see a doctor, and some tips for planning a pregnancy if your periods are irregular.
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