Menstrual Abnormalities
One of the major causes of infertility is irregular or painful menstruation . Normally the period cycle consists of 21 to 35 days. Though it may vary from female to female. During the first few years of menstruation, it is common to have irregular periods. However, with the growing age, if things don’t get normal one must plan to visit the doctor. There can be several reasons behind irregular and/or painful periods, like a family history of irregular menstruation, menopause or menarche , any kind of physical or mental stress, smoking or side effects of some ongoing medications . You may need a doctor immediately if you: Develop a fever and/or chills after using tampons Develop an unpredictable pattern after having regular periods Bleed for more than seven days Bleed excessively i.e. need to change your tampons or pads every hour or two Have periods in less than 21 days Don’t have periods after 35 days Pain is unbearable ...