Periods are part of a woman’s natural rhythm.
But when that rhythm changes — your body is trying to tell you something.
Many women ignore irregular cycles, heavy bleeding, or delayed periods thinking “it will settle.”
Sometimes it does. Sometimes it needs evaluation.
If you are searching for a gynecologist in Andheri West, Lokhandwala, Versova, Goregaon or Juhu for irregular periods, here is a simple way to understand when it is not normal.
🌸 When Are Periods Considered Normal?
A healthy menstrual cycle usually:
Comes every 24–35 days
Lasts 3–7 days
Requires changing pads every 3–4 hours
Has mild to moderate pain
No large clots regularly
No bleeding between cycles
🚩 When Should You Worry?-RED FLAG
Periods come twice in one month
No period for more than 40 days
Bleeding lasts more than 7 days
You soak 1 pad every 1–2 hours
Passing large clots frequently
Spotting between periods
Bleeding after intercourse
Bleeding after menopause
Severe weakness or dizziness
Your body follows patterns. If the pattern changes repeatedly, it needs attention.
🌺 So Many Hormones Control Your Periods
Your menstrual cycle is controlled by a delicate balance of hormones:
LH (Luteinizing Hormone)
Thyroid hormones
Prolactin
Estrogen
Progesterone
Even a slight imbalance in any of these can disturb your cycle.
🔴 Prolactin – Often Overlooked but Very Important
High prolactin levels can cause:
Delayed or missed periods
Irregular cycles
Milky discharge from breast (sometimes)
Difficulty conceiving
This is one of the first hormones we evaluate in unexplained irregular periods.
🔵 Thyroid – The Silent Controller
Thyroid imbalance can lead to:
Heavy bleeding
Delayed cycles
Weight changes
Hair fall
Fatigue
Very common in women in Mumbai lifestyle stress.
🟣 Estrogen & Progesterone Imbalance
These two hormones maintain the lining of the uterus.
Imbalance may cause:
Heavy periods
Very scanty periods
Irregular spotting
PMS symptoms
Painful cycles
🔎 What Can Be Seen on Sonography?
Sometimes the cause is visible on ultrasound.
Uterine Causes:
Fibroids
Polyps
Thickened endometrium
Adenomyosis
Ovarian Causes:
PCOS
Ovarian cysts
Follicular imbalance
Endometriotic cyst
Ultrasound helps identify structural causes that blood tests cannot detect.
🌼 Why Early Evaluation Matters
Ignoring irregular or heavy periods can lead to:
Severe anemia
Hormonal worsening
Fertility issues
Endometrial thickening problems
Chronic pelvic pain
Early correction is easier, safer, and more effective.
Best Gynecologist for Irregular Periods in Andheri West, Lokhandwala, Versova, Goregaon & Juhu
Dr. Ankita Mathur provides:
✔ Complete hormonal evaluation
✔ Advanced ultrasound assessment
✔ PCOS management
✔ Thyroid & prolactin correction
✔ Personalized menstrual cycle regulation
✔ Treatment for fibroids, cysts & uterine conditions
If your periods are unpredictable, heavy, delayed, or painful — don’t ignore the signs.
Your cycle reflects your internal health.
