How much delay in periods is normal?
If next cycle starts from 28 +/- 7 days from the first date of last menstrual cycle then it is considered a normal cycle.
Last updated on 01 Apr 2021
Yes, if sexual intercourse occurs during ovulation time then you can get pregnant. Ovulation time is from day 12 to day 17 (first day of period counted as day 1) usually in women with regular periods. In women with iregular periods, ovulation can happen anytime, thereby not knowing the time to do sexual intercourse.
Doctor may do some physical examination, do tests to find out the cause of irregular periods and then suggest the treatment accordingly.
No, irregular periods are always due to some underlying conditions such as stress, weight gain or loss, uterine polyp or fibroid, endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, PCOS, premature ovarian insufficiency, thyroid disorder.
Exercise is an effective way to maintain a healthy weight. Because being overweight can cause irregular periods, reducing weight may make periods more regular. Any kind of aerobic exercise, walking, jogging, running, yoga are good. What's important is to have a regular exercise, not the type of exercise.
One needs to have a healthy meals including fats, Proteins and carbohydrates in diet along with regular exercise to maintain ideal weight for getting regular periods.
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