WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2003: Re: Too Frequent Periods

Re: Too Frequent Periods

From: Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 27 Feb 2003 20:34:17 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 27 Feb 2003, Jamie wrote: >
>For the past several months, on and off, I have had irregular periods.
>Most of the research I have done focuses on having extended menstrual
>cycles ranging from four to eight weeks. However my problem is that I
>bleed nearly every two weeks. I am on the birth control pill Levlen as
>I have been for the past two months at least. My OB/GYN prescribed
>Levlen because I was having frequent periods and she thought it was a
>result of my previous pill. I really have no leads as to what the
>problem might be. Can anyone advise a research source or have any idea
>what my problem might be? The irregular cycles are not a result of
>stress, over-exercising, or an eating disorder. Thank you for your
>suggestions!
>
>--
>Jamie M.
>Chicago, IL
>

You need an U/S to rule out uterine path., if that is normal probably hormonal evaluation without the pill.

-- Alicia M. Lapidus M.D. Director Obgyn.net Latina Chief of Staff Obstetrics, Hospital J. A. Fernández Buenos Aires Argentina Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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