How old are you? Sometimes when you are still a teenager, periods can be irregular due to hormonal shifts-- but this is normal and will regulate itself through the years. For adult women, there are many causes of irregular periods. These include:
Significant weight gain or loss
Over-exercise
Poor nutrition (or a diet too high in carbohydrates)
Smoking
Drug use
Caffeine
Excessive alcohol use (interfering with how the liver metabolizes estrogen and progesterone)
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Dear Anonymous,
How old are you? Sometimes when you are still a teenager, periods can be irregular due to hormonal shifts-- but this is normal and will regulate itself through the years. For adult women, there are many causes of irregular periods. These include:
For an exact reason, please see your doctor.
Best,
Rosa
December 4, 2011 - 8:03amThis Comment
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