Polymenorrhea
| Polymenorrhea | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Polymenorrhoea; Polymenorrhœa; Frequent periods; Frequent menstrual bleeding; Frequent menstruation; Epimenorrhea; Epimenorrhoea; Epimenorrhœa; Abnormally frequent menstruation; Unusually frequent menses |
Hormonal agents | |
| Medication | Progestogen during luteal phase; Combined oral contraceptive pill |
| Prognosis | Usually transient and self-limited |
Polymenorrhea, also known as frequent periods, frequent menstruation, or frequent menstrual bleeding, is a menstrual disorder in which menstrual cycles are shorter than 21 days in length and hence where menstruation occurs more frequently than usual.[1][2][3] Cycles are regular and menstrual flow is normal in the condition.[3] Normally, menstrual cycles are 25 to 30 days in length, with a median duration of 28 days.[2]
Polymenorrhea is usually caused by
Polymenorrhea is usually transient and self-limited, thereby not necessitating treatment.[4] If it persists, is disturbing, or if there is considerable blood loss due to the frequent periods, treatment may be indicated.[4] The mainstays of treatment are a progestogen during the luteal phase of the cycle or a combined oral contraceptive pill.[4]
Polymenorrhea is sometimes confused with
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