Sudden Irregular Periods in Your 20s and 30s: Causes and Tests
Sudden irregular periods in your 20s or 30s are most often caused by pregnancy, stress, weight change, a thyroid disorder, high prolactin or PCOS. Less commonly, the ovaries are slowing early. A pregnancy test, TSH, prolactin, reproductive hormones and an ultrasound usually find the cause, and most causes are reversible with treatment.
PCOS and Endocrine Disruptors: What the Evidence Says
Endocrine disruptors are chemicals such as BPA, phthalates, parabens and PFAS that can interfere with hormones. Studies find higher BPA levels in women with PCOS, and animal research suggests early-life exposure may promote PCOS-like changes, but they have not been proven to cause PCOS. Reducing everyday exposure is sensible, low-cost and safe.
PCOS Management Plan for Working Women: A 12-Week Guide
A PCOS management plan for working women focuses on small, repeatable habits that fit a desk job: protein-first meals and planned snacks, short movement breaks every hour, a fixed sleep window, stress control and cycle tracking. Over 12 weeks, these steps combined with medical treatment where needed can improve cycles, energy and insulin resistance.