Irregular Menstruation/Cyclic Disorders
When menstruation is irregular or does not occur, we speak of a cycle disorder. A normal cycle lasts longer than 21 days and shorter than 42 days. It is possible that menstruation does not occur or is very irregular. This can be due to various factors. The menstrual cycle is a complex interplay of hormones, ovaries, pituitary gland and hypothalamus. When these factors do not work well together, it is possible that menstruation becomes irregular and a cycle disorder occurs.
An irregular menstruation
It is difficult to determine when your menstrual cycle is disrupted or abnormal, because the average cycle is different for every woman. If you do not experience any adverse effects during your menstruation, it is not called a cycle disorder. If you suffer extremely from your menstruation and it negatively affects your life, it is advisable to visit Women's Healthcare Center Amsterdam. This also applies if you have problems getting pregnant. We provide advice and look for a suitable treatment for your abnormal menstrual cycle.
When is a menstrual cycle abnormal?
For example, a menstrual cycle may be abnormal if:
- Very short menstrual periods or little blood loss during menstruation
- Long intervals between menstrual periods
- Regular but rapidly recurring menstrual periods
- Regular but very heavy periods
- Irregular menstruation
- Absence of menstruation
- Painful menstruation
Treatment of abnormal menstrual cycles
It is possible to treat an abnormal menstruation. The treatment of a cycle disorder depends on the cause and severity of the disorder. In addition, the treatment depends on the difference that your menstruation deviates from your normal cycle.
What can we do for you?
Women's Healthcare Center provides expert care and support for women. Our team of specialisten will do everything they can to help you get the right diagnosis and find the best treatment options.
