Irregular Menses (Periods/Menstruation)

Naturopathic Irregular Menstruation Treatment

Changing periods is often the first indicator of perimenopause starting. Perimenopause is when you start having changes in your hormones and hormone balance as you move toward menopause. As your hormones begin to shift, specifically estrogen and progesterone, your menstrual cycles typically change, too. Your periods might come early or late or be a mix of the two.

It’s not inherently problematic to have your cycles become irregular in this phase of life, but since other factors can contribute to menstrual irregularities like thyroid disorders, low energy availability (LEA), overtraining, adrenal dysfunction, and mineral deficiencies, it’s recommended to get evaluated.

Fluctuating menstrual cycles in this phase can feel frustrating. Being difficult to predict and often having more intense PMS symptoms and differing bleeding characteristics, things can be more than inconvenient. In addition to the timing of your periods changing, you might bleed for more days or have heavier bleeding, more cramping, or protracted spotting.

Despite irregular menstruation being a classic symptom of perimenopause, it can negatively impact your life – especially if the quality of your periods changes, too. There are many options to support your hormones during this phase. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has benefited many women in perimenopause struggling with menstrual irregularities, and many natural solutions exist as well.

Not sure what to do with your irregular and changing periods? Schedule a visit with Dr. Hamilton, and discover all your options to support your hormones and manage your symptoms through perimenopause.

With virtual options for all of Oregon and Washington and in-person visits available in Portland, OR, Dr. Hamilton can support you through your perimenopausal and menopausal journey.