Is my period irregular?

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I had my respective periods on July 8, August 11, and September 9. It lasts for 5 days. Nung July pa po ako nag start mag track ng period ko. When will I get my next period for this month po ba? Is my period irregular?

 

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Based on the dates you've provided for your menstrual cycle:

July 8 to August 11 is a 34-day cycle.
August 11 to September 9 is a 29-day cycle.
These cycles are within the typical range of 21 to 35 days for adult women, so based on these two cycles alone, your period does not appear to be irregular. It's normal for the length of the cycle to vary by a few days from month to month.

If you want to estimate when your next period might start, you can look at the average length of your last few cycles. Given that you only have two cycles to work with, your average is about 31.5 days (which we would round to 32 days for simplicity). If we add 32 days to your last period start date of September 9, your next period should have been October 11.

However, this is just an estimate; menstrual cycles can be affected by many factors, including stress, diet, exercise, and health conditions. To confirm regularity or irregularity, it's typically recommended to track your menstrual cycle for a few more months. If you find that your cycles are shorter than 21 days or longer than 35 days, or if the length of your cycles varies widely from month to month, then it would be worth discussing with a healthcare provider.

Keeping track of your cycles as you've been doing is a great practice. It helps in predicting future cycles and identifying any irregularities that may arise. If you have concerns about your menstrual cycle or if the pattern of your periods changes significantly, consulting a healthcare provider is always a good step.

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