[THREAD]: If you get Two Periods in One Month. You’re probably thinking, are having multiple periods a reason to worry?

Let’s start from the beginning. The normal menstrual cycle of a menstruators ranges between 21 and 35 days. However it’s not uncommon for menstruators to experience monthly variations in their menstrual cycles: some may be short, long and sometimes you can get 2 periods.

In most cases, getting a period every two weeks has a simple explanation behind it and isn’t reason to worry. If it happens repeatedly, however, it’s important to take notice of the signs your body is giving you.

So you get two periods in one month for the first time. You’re probably freaking out. What is happening? Why is it happening?

SO if you have a short menstrual cycle NATURALLY, you may have menses at the beginning and the end of the month more often than not.

If your menstrual cycle is usually about 28 days or so, then a significant change like having a period twice a month may be a bit surprising.

While in many cases, it’s simply an irregularity, it’s important to remember that vaginal bleeding can indicate a medical concern. Bleeding could indicate the following:
Pregnancy : see a doctor if you notice bleeding if there’s a chance you’re pregnant.

A sexually transmitted infection - STIs may cause bleeding and vaginal discharge.
Miscarriage - this is often accompanied by heavy vaginal bleeding.

Visit your doctor immediately if you experience two periods in one month for the first time.

Also know the difference between having your period every two weeks and spotting!
If you experience bleeding when you’re not experiencing your period, you need to find out if the bleeding is due to menses or spotting. Don’t know how to spot the difference? Continue reading!

If you are bleeding due to menses or having two periods a month: you’ll soak through a tampon or pad every few hours. The blood is usually bright or dark red, brown, or pink.

If you are spotting, the bleeding won’t be enough to soak through a tampon or pad. The blood is usually brown or dark red in color.

So now that we know the difference. Let’s get to the causes for a short menstrual cycle and multiple periods in a month.

: Endometriosis. This condition results in growth of tissue similar to uterine tissue in other regions of your body. Sounds scary right?

Symptoms of endometriosis include pain and cramping in the abdomen and irregular vaginal bleeding. Sometimes the bleeding may be so heavy that it resembles menses.

. Perimenopause. This can be an underlying causes of having two periods in one month. It’s the period leading up to menopause, during which your hormones begin to change.

The duration of perimenopause varies among Womxn and may last for up to ten years. During these years, you may experience shorter or longer menstrual cycles, lighter or heavier bleeding, or even skip periods completely.

. Uterine fibroids: These are growths in the uterus. They are usually not malignant or cancerous, but may cause particularly heavy bleeding during menses. Symptoms include:
Frequent urination
A feeling of pressure or fullness in the pelvic area
Pain in the low back

Pain during sexual intercourse
Visit your doctor to diagnose uterine fibroids by performing a pelvic exam or ultrasound.

. Thyroid Issues: This can cause 2 periods in one month, as they may contribute to the irregularity of the menstrual cycle.

P.S.: I’ll definitely have to do a Thread on the thyroid.

The double period is usually nothing to stress about. However you should see your doctor if you experience the following:
• 2 periods in a month for two to three consecutive months
• Heavy menses
• Lower abdominal pain, especially if it doesn’t get better in 1 or 2 days.

• Bleeding or spotting between menses that you may often mistake as 2 periods in a month
• Pain during sex
• Large clots during menses (the size of R5 coin)
• Severe menstrual cramps.

Since there are many different reasons that you could have two periods in one month, the best course of action is to mention it to your doctor. And figure out an action plan!

If you’re still unsure after reading this thread - Make sure you visit your gynecologist. PERIOD.