Irregular Periods

Your menstrual cycle changes throughout your life, but persistent irregularities can signal underlying health issues that need attention. At Align Women’s Health in Jamaica, New York, Simone Lomax, DNP, WHNP, helps women understand what’s normal for their bodies and when period changes require medical evaluation. Dr. Lomax listens to your concerns about cycle length, flow, and timing, providing answers and treatment options that address the root cause. Schedule your irregular periods consultation today by phone or online to get clarity about your menstrual health.

What counts as irregular periods? 

Many women wonder if their cycle changes are normal or cause for concern. Menstrual irregularities can take many forms, including:

• Periods that come too frequently (less than 21 days apart)
• Periods that come too infrequently (more than 35 days apart)
• Cycle lengths that vary dramatically from month to month
• Flow changes from very light spotting to extremely heavy bleeding
• Missing periods entirely for several months
• Bleeding or spotting between regular periods
• Periods lasting longer than seven days

Dr. Lomax considers your age, medical history, and specific pattern of changes when determining if your irregular periods need treatment.

What causes irregular periods? 

Many factors can disrupt your normal menstrual pattern. Dr. Lomax investigates potential causes, including:

Hormonal imbalances 

Conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), thyroid disorders, or perimenopause can throw off your cycle’s natural rhythm.

Lifestyle factors 

Substantial weight changes, excessive exercise, chronic stress, or eating disorders can affect hormone production and menstrual regularity.

Medical conditions and medications 

Diabetes, bleeding disorders, certain medications, or reproductive system problems like fibroids or endometriosis may alter your periods.

Life stage changes 

Starting or stopping birth control, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and approaching menopause naturally cause cycle variations.

How do you treat irregular periods? 

Treatment depends entirely on what’s causing your irregularities. Dr. Lomax develops treatment plans based on your symptoms, reproductive goals, and overall health picture.

Hormone therapy 

Birth control pills, patches, or other hormonal treatments can help regulate cycles and create predictable periods.

Lifestyle modifications 

Changes in diet, exercise, stress management, or weight can restore normal cycles when lifestyle factors are contributing to irregularities.

Underlying condition treatment 

Managing thyroid disorders, PCOS, diabetes, or other medical conditions often improves menstrual regularity as a secondary benefit.

Targeted symptom relief 

Specific treatments for heavy bleeding, severe cramping, or ovulation disorders address your most bothersome symptoms while working to normalize your cycle.

A combination of treatments is usually the best approach to treating menstrual irregularities and getting your cycle back on track. 

Dr. Lomax monitors your response to treatment and adjusts your plan as needed, ensuring your periods become more manageable and predictable over time.

Get answers about your irregular periods. Call Align Women’s Health to schedule with Dr. Lomax or book online today.