DEAR DR. GOTT: I just had my menstrual cycle on my birthday last month and now have it again. Can you please explain to me what’s wrong?
DEAR READER: I will attempt to respond to your question in a general manner because you do not provide enough information in your letter.
A menstrual cycle is not the same for every woman. Generally speaking, it occurs every 28 days and lasts between four to seven days. Variation in flow, regularity and more are extremely common in young women just starting their cycles, as well as in women approaching menopause. [Read more...]