Menstrual Disorders

Periods typically work on a set schedule, starting and stopping at nearly the same time each month and some women get through their monthly periods easily. However, some women may experience hostile physical or emotional symptoms before and during menstruation. Some of these symptoms may include heavy bleeding, missed periods, and/or unmanageable mood swings. These symptoms may make it hard for the person to go about daily activities.

Many menstrual cycle difficulties have a definite explanation and several treatment options to relieve symptoms. If you feel your periods is overwhelming, contact your health care professional right away so your symptoms may be diagnosed and you can have relief.

A series of changes occur to parts of your body every 28 days on average and your menstrual period is a party of that cycle. For some people, menstrual periods may be a little longer or a little shorter. The average menstrual cycle lasts five to seven days. A normal menstrual cycle period for you may be quite different than from what’s normal for someone else.

However, if you experience one or more of these symptoms before or during your period causes a problem, you may have a menstrual cycle disorder. They are:

• Abnormal uterine bleeding (Excessive or heavy bleeding, also called AUB)
• Amenorrhea (no menstrual bleeding present)
• Dysmenorrhea (Painful menstrual cramps)
• Premenstrual Syndrome
• Premenstrual Dysphonic Disorder