Know What is Normal for You
Irregular, painful, or heavy periods should never be ignored. Understanding your menstrual cycle helps maintain reproductive health and alerts you early when something changes.
A typical cycle lasts 21 to 35 days with bleeding for 2 to 7 days. Track your cycles — the pattern matters more than any single month.
Changes That Deserve Attention
Consult a gynecologist if you experience periods that suddenly become heavier or longer, bleeding between periods or after intercourse, cycles shorter than 21 or longer than 35 days, severe pain, or periods that stop altogether.
These changes can signal hormonal imbalance, PCOS, thyroid problems, fibroids, polyps, or endometriosis — all of which respond best to early treatment.
Caring for Your Cycle
A balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management all support hormonal balance. Iron-rich foods are especially important if your periods are heavy.
Never let embarrassment delay care. Menstrual problems are among the most common — and most treatable — reasons women visit a gynecologist.
Your menstrual cycle is a monthly report card of your hormonal health — learn to read it.
Listen to your body. If your periods are trying to tell you something, consult Dr. Pakeeza Haque for accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment to restore your menstrual health.