What causes shorter menstrual cycles?

Girls have a special period every month, which lasts about a week each time. Girls' menstrual periods can be easily affected when they catch a cold, so they should pay attention to the amount, color, shape, etc. of menstruation every time. So, what is the reason for the shortening of the menstrual cycle? Many people think that if the menstrual period is shortened, their troubles will be gone. In fact, this may be caused by some abnormal conditions and needs to be taken seriously.

Generally speaking, the menstrual cycle refers to the interval between the first days of a woman's two menstrual periods, which is normally 21 to 35 days, and one period may last from 2 to 8 days. Since adolescent girls generally have longer menstrual cycles, and as they age, the menstrual cycles of older women will also become shorter, so some women will speculate that the number of eggs released by women in their lifetime is fixed, about 400, and there will be no more after they are released. If the menstrual cycle is shorter, one week shorter than others each month, then four more eggs will be released per year than others. If all the eggs are released in advance, doesn't it mean early menopause and aging?

Do women with short menstrual cycles really age faster?

The above speculation seems to make sense, but it is actually wrong from the beginning. The number of eggs a woman releases in her lifetime is indeed fixed, but there are also a large number of "primordial follicles" in the ovaries. Although one egg is released in each menstrual cycle, several follicles are stored. These follicles will continue to grow and develop and will be released after they mature. The reason why some women have shorter menstrual cycles is because these follicles mature faster, and it does not lead to premature aging.

What happens if my period is early or late?

Normally, menstruation comes early or late, also known as the start time of the menstrual cycle, which is a type of menstrual disorder. The main manifestations are a menstrual cycle greater than 35 days, or less than 6 to 8 menstrual periods in a year, or menstruation cessation for 3 to 6 months or even longer.

If the interval between your menstrual periods is the same, but is just delayed by one month, it will not be exactly 30 days. For example, if the interval between your menstrual periods is 35 days, this is actually normal and does not count as a delay or menstrual irregularity. If this cycle is longer than the previous one, it can be called delayed menstruation. If it is only delayed for 3 to 5 days, or only delayed once and then returns to normal, it may be related to your recent diet or life stress, and you don't need to worry too much.

The same is true for early menstruation. Some people have a 21-day menstrual cycle, so this does not count as a week early. And if it is only 3 to 5 days early, or the menstrual cycle becomes shorter once or twice, you don't need to worry too much. The key to whether the menstrual cycle is normal is not how many days there are between periods, but whether it is regular. Generally, the menstrual cycle of adolescent girls is a little irregular, but as they grow older, the menstrual cycle of adult women should become more and more regular. If your menstrual cycle is often prolonged or shortened, that is, your period is often delayed or advanced, which seriously affects your life and even leads to anemia, then you are experiencing irregular menstruation.

What is the reason for irregular menstruation

Menstrual irregularities may be caused by many reasons. First of all, changes in the secretion levels of estrogen and progesterone in women's bodies will directly disrupt the normal menstrual cycle. This situation often occurs in adolescent girls and menopausal women. Secondly, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding may also experience irregular menstruation. Factors related to fertility needs, such as taking birth control pills or other medications, and placing intrauterine contraceptive devices, may also cause irregular menstruation. In addition, excessive exercise in a short period of time or excessive mental and psychological stress can often cause menstrual irregularities by causing endocrine disorders.

It should be noted that hyperthyroidism, polycystic ovary disease, severe endometrial scarring (such as cervical or uterine mucosa after artificial abortion), endometrial polyps or thickening, uterine fibroids, etc. are the factors that cause irregular menstruation and should be taken seriously. If you know that you have these diseases or have hidden dangers of these diseases, you should consult a doctor in time and actively seek treatment to avoid other serious consequences.