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The menstrual cycle is intrinsically linked to adolescence as the hormonal coordination required for regularity develops during this period [1], [2]. Furthermore, the transition out of adolescence marks the establishment of typical menstrual cycle durations [3].
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The Menstrual Cycle: How It Changes as You Age | Mount Sinai Today health.mountsinai.org 3 facts
claimDuring early adolescence, a woman's menstrual cycle may be irregular as the pituitary gland and ovaries learn to coordinate to produce regular hormone levels.
claimAdolescence is characterized by rapidly changing hormonal levels, and it can take several years for a menstrual cycle to become regular.
measurementAfter adolescence, a woman's menstrual cycle should typically last between 21 and 35 days, with the period lasting 3 to 7 days.