The 12-year-old patient reports that menarche occurred 5 months ago. She has had bleeding every day this month, and is very worried. The nurse should explain that the most common cause of this bleeding is:

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Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is the most common cause of abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescents. It is due to hormonal imbalances during the early stages of menstruation. The patient should be referred to a healthcare provider for evaluation and treatment.

The 12-Year-Old Patient Reports That Menarche Occurred 5 Months Ago