Every month, a woman has a menstrual cycle as the body goes through changes in preparation for the likelihood of pregnancy. An egg is released from an ovary each month during ovulation and hormonal changes will get the uterus ready at the same time for pregnancy.
The uterus lining will shed through the vagina if ovulation occurs and the egg is not fertilized. This is the menstrual period. Are two menstrual cycles in one month possible? Read on below if you want to know the answer to this question.
First of all, menstrual bleeding will most commonly occur two times in a calendar month when a normal period starts on the first or second day in the month and another occurs at the very end.
This happens because the length of the normal cycle ranges from twenty-three to thirty-five days, thus allowing two periods to occur in the same month, which is perfectly normal.
However, most women are not referring to this occurrence when they are talking about having their periods twice in a month. In most cases, women are referring to when they are menstruating every two weeks or more, which is less than the twenty-three day interval that falls in the normal range.
When the uterine lining thickens abnormally, this can also cause the period to come twice in a month. This thickening could result from hormonal imbalance or from using estrogen medication without one with progesterone.
High levels of Estrogen will cause the uterine lining to burgeon and become lush and thick, whilst the low levels of progesterone will cause shedding of the inner layer. There must be a balance between the two hormones to ensure moderate and regular periods.
If anything disrupts the hormonal cycle which leads to ovulation and menstruation this can lead to periods coming too often or missed periods. Frequent periods which are caused by hormonal imbalance often affect women who are close to menopause.
Fibroids or polyps can cause irregular menstrual periods as well. In this situation, the projection of the tissue which protrudes from the uterine lining is less stable, so it is more likely to shed at the wrong time.
In addition, polyps and fibroids on the surface of the uterine lining will often result in heavier and prolonged bleeding.
You should consult a gynecologist or your personal doctor if you are seeing monthly periods less than twenty-three days apart. The medical professional might do a blood test to examine your hormone levels, an ultrasound scan to rule out polyps or fibroids, or a biopsy to determine if your uterine lining is thickening abnormally.
In most cases, frequent bleeding is a minor condition, but the problem could be more serious at times and excess bleeding could cause anemia. It is always a good idea to investigate periods which are occurring too often.
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References
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1. https://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/1001/p1381.html
2. https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/two-periods-in-one-month#causes
Hi, im 43 yrs old and have had my tubes tied for 22 yrs. I missed my cycle for the month of November 2015 but then had a cycle December 5 2016 and again on Christmas. My cycle can last anywhere from 3 to 10 days sometimes light and sometimes heavy. I took a pregnancy test to be sure I wasn’t pregnant but I feel movement every now and then. Some people say that’s just my nerves jumping but I’m not sure. Could this be a sign of postmenopause?
Based on the nature of your case, it’s best to consult with your doctor as soon as you can.
Hi, my mother is 44 years old and every now and then she keeps having periods two times in a month. Like she had periods on 21 December, it was on time and normal and again periods began today( 1st january) is it normal?
Or should I be more worried about her? 🙁
Hi, What she may be experiencing is postmenopausal symptoms lots of women experience this and its normal but if you are very worried and need a second opinion i would take her to the doctor for a check up.
Thank you so much! I was thinking about taking her to the doctor. Because, the flow is alot and she’s already slim..she’s feeling dizzy and tired every now and then
Hi, I’m Ella. Am 36, married. Last dec 1, I had my menstruation and lasted for 5 days. Dec 13, I had again my period, lasted for 4 days. Then I had an on and off spotting for more than a week then had again my period now. What could be the cause or is this normal? Happened this month only. Please help me.
Hi, Many women experience abnormal vaginal bleeding or spotting between periods sometime in their lives.Abnormal vaginal bleeding has many possible causes. By itself, it does not necessarily indicate a serious condition. These are a few things that could cause this to happen:birth control pills.Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID),Uterine fibroids,Extreme emotional stress and excessive exercise and diabetes.
I had my period twice in November my birthday which was November 23 then a week later i had another one…. I have not had one for December at all can I be pregnant?
It is normal to have a period twice in a month; read this post for more information http://womanjunction.com/menstrual-cycles-month/ . If December ends and you still did not have a period then it’s best to take a pregnancy test then for confirmation.
I m 42 years old last month I have my first period for one day after 14 days is back for 4 days also I have my tubes tied for 12 years. Is that a problem with my period?
Your menstrual cycle should not be affected by your tied tubes. You should still have your monthly periods although your tubes are tied. Your period is irregular for other reasons.
Hi, I have some concern I have withdrawal sex with my boyfriend 1 week after my menstrual and at the end of the month I have my period again is it possible I’m pregnant?
Hi. Last month I had periods on 7 Nov. On 25 Nov had unprotected sex with my husband will there be any possibility I will get pregnant? My menstrual cycle is 28 days.
Using the dates provided, your fertile period was November 19 to 23. You were not ovulating on November 25th so your chances of conceiving on that day would be low.
I had my period on the 1st and had sex on the 5th and had my period again on the 12th can I get pregnant
November 13-18 I was on my period heavy flow cramps and aches. The 24th I started my period again. Not cramping or aches just heavy flow. I have no abdominal pains or anything. What can I do or what did I do for this to happen? First time this has ever happened to me I’m 29
Hello,Breakthrough bleeding is bleeding in between periods,Lots of persons experience this.Are you taking birth control pills?
i am 25 and my period is irregular, i have my period last Nov. 4 and now i had my period again Nov. 23. until now, this is the first time this happened to me .. is it normal? and can i get pregnant? by the way I’m married.
Hi,This is quite normal lots of women experience 2 periods in one month yes you can get pregnant still if you have unprotected sex.
I had my period around Nov 9th and lasted about 4 days then just yesterday (Nov 20) I started to have my period again. Should I be concerned? I haven’t had sex but I am very active.
Your being active may be the reason that you’re having two periods in a month. This is normal and you may not need to worry just yet. Continue to monitor your body and see if this is a one-off occurrence or if it will happen again next month. If it does then you need to see a doctor about this. Read more here http://womanjunction.com/menstrual-cycles-month/
I’m 51, no period for a whole year. Now less than month ago I’ve gotten 2 periods. Is this normal. My hotflashes has stopped all of a sudden too
Hello,If you have any bleeding after menopause, seek medical attention.
Last month I had my menstrual cycle on 3 Oct and had sex with my boyfriend on 11 Oct but while withdrawing the condom got stuck in and while removing some amount spill over my vagina. Is there any chance of pregnancy.
The chances of getting pregnant would be low if the sperms only touched the outside of your vagina. If there was any spillage inside of you then the chances would be high.
I am 46 years old. Never ever use bird control because I never was sexual active. In my life love is the last. Now I have a boyfriend who is 29 and my life have been changed. I have more activity. Last month I was promoted and I got a lot of stress for the change. Also the first time I do have 2 periods in a month. July 10 and July 26. I almost think that my hormone are unbalanced and I am close to menopause. My period since I have my first menarque was 28 days a part.
Can I still considered active to get breagnan? What posibilite do I have to have a baby.
Hi Georgina, i think you should visit your doctor for more information on if it is safe for you to have a child good luck 🙂
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend last night twice he drop in me. and my period is supposed to start today 31 or August 1/2 ..Can I still get pregnant?
There is a very low chance of conceiving that late in your cycle. Your body is ready to begin shedding the excess lining you would’ve needed, which is not ideal for a pregnancy to take place.
Having 2 periods in a month could be caused by different reasons. It could be because of stress, hormones changing, food that you eat, or something else.