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As all women are different and the qualities of each woman's cycle are unique to them. It is important to compare a change in you cycle to your previous cycles, and not to another woman's cycle. More than eighty millilitres of blood during menstruation or less than ten millilitres is typically considered abnormal, regardless of previous cycles.

The most common causes of changes in bleeding amounts and durations are disorders of the uterus (such as fibroids) and hormone imbalances. Causes of an absence of bleeding include pregnancy, stress, a decrease in body fat, abuse, endometriosis, ovarian cysts and inflammation. Most of these may also cause prolonged bleeding and spotting. Due to the sensitivity and complexity of the female sexual, reproductive and hormonal system, any upset or change in lifestyle may cause a change in the menstrual cycle. Examples of changes that affect one's menstrual cycle include stress, emotional shock, grief, moving, weight loss or gain, changes in diet and exercise routine, insomnia, fear, eating disorders etc. If your cycle has not returned to normal after eight weeks then you should consult a healthcare practitioner.