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Ask a DoctorMy periods have suddenly become irregular and I’m exhausted all the time. Could my hormones be off?
Thank you for writing in. I’m sorry you’ve been feeling this way along with an irregular cycle. To answer your question directly: yes, hormones are one real possibility, but here are a few other things to consider…
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