Symptoms of Irregular Periods

Irregular periods or irregular menstrual cycles may indicate a serious health or medical condition. It's important that women fully recognize and understand the symptoms involving irregular periods.

Light Periods

• Unusually light periods, such as slight bleeding for just one or two days, is a sure sign of irregular periods.

Heavy Periods

• Some periods may involve heavy bleeding, sometimes for more than a week. These symptoms may occur for approximately two to three months, indicating an irregular period.

Frequent Periods

• One sign of irregular periods is frequent menstruation. Women who get their period as often as two to three times a month should consult a doctor.

Infrequent Periods

• Women who get their period intermittently, such as just a few times each year, may be exhibiting signs of irregular menstrual cycles.

Nonstop Bleeding and Spotting

• Irregular periods can also generate such red-flag symptoms as nonstop bleeding, as well as heavy spotting between menstrual cycles.