WHAT CAN be the causes?

1 Perimenopause - Hormonal changes can cause varying duration of your menstrual cycle.

2 Pregnancy - Light cervical bleeding in early pregnancy can be mistaken for a short period.

3 Birth Control - Birth control can cause breakthrough bleeding, which can be considered as a shorter menstrual cycle.

4 Anovulatory Cycle - This happens when ovaries do not release an egg. This is common for new menstruators & ones nearing menopause.

5 PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause irregular menstrual periods & result in shorter cycles.

6 Hormonal Imbalance - This can cause variation in vour menstrual cycle at any time.

WHEN SHOULD you seek help?

If you notice consistent changes in your cycle, get blood clots or feel severe pain, you should consult your medical practitioner.