Irregular Periods Causes, Treatments & More
Article Sources
- 1. 'What Causes Menstrual Irregularities?' Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/menstruation/conditioninfo/causes
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7. Certain Reproductive Cancers
Although rare, female reproductive cancers can cause irregular periods. Specifically, uterine and cervical cancers may disrupt normal menstruation cycles. These cancers affect the uterus and cervix.2‘Uterine Cancer: Symptoms & Treatment.’ Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16409-uterine-cancer
Periods that are long and heavy or a lack of menstruation may be signs of female reproductive cancers. Thick, white vaginal discharge and spotting between normal periods or after intercourse could also be cause for concern. Sometimes an unpleasant smell and low-grade fever accompany other symptoms.
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