Published on: 3/5/2025
Treatments for irregular periods in teenage girls can include changes in lifestyle, non-hormonal options, or hormonal medicines to help balance hormones and regulate the cycle.
When a teenage girl has irregular periods, there are several ways to help make them more regular. First, simple changes in lifestyle can help. This means eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and doing regular physical activity. These steps can help balance hormones over time. Sometimes, if the doctor thinks it is needed, they might suggest a hormone medicine like birth control pills. These pills help control the cycle by keeping hormone levels steady. For girls with specific conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), non-hormonal treatments like a medicine called metformin can sometimes be used to help with the cycle. In special cases, such as for teenagers with severe learning disabilities, doctors have used treatments to gently suppress the cycle if it causes problems. It is important to talk with a healthcare provider who can recommend the right treatment based on the individual’s needs.
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