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What Should I Do If I Haven't Had My Period For 50 Days After Taking Metformin For Lean PCOS And Have A Negative Pregnancy Test?

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Posted on Mon, 7 Oct 2024
Question: Im having lean PCOs,and i was taking metformin for fw months,,my last period was on 22nd March 2012,till now i have not got my periods,,its 50th day today...i tested pregancy,but it is negative,,im not sure wether im preganant or not...Please advie.
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Answered by Dr. Saisudha Kotla (2 days later)
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PCOS - polycystic ovarian syndrome cause irregular menstruation and metformin helps in regularization of menstrual cycle and it also helps in lowering BMI. Minimum of 6 months of regular treatment with metformin is required. Generally, urine test for pregnancy can be detected after 10 days of your first missed period.

I would also suggest you to get your thyroid hormone levels. Also, exercise helps in regularization of your periods and try to avoid stressful situations if any.

Hope my answer helped you. Please feel free to reach for any more queries. Thanks.

Regards,
Dr. Saisudha
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What Should I Do If I Haven't Had My Period For 50 Days After Taking Metformin For Lean PCOS And Have A Negative Pregnancy Test?

Brief Answer: Please see the detailed answer below. Detailed Answer: Hi, PCOS - polycystic ovarian syndrome cause irregular menstruation and metformin helps in regularization of menstrual cycle and it also helps in lowering BMI. Minimum of 6 months of regular treatment with metformin is required. Generally, urine test for pregnancy can be detected after 10 days of your first missed period. I would also suggest you to get your thyroid hormone levels. Also, exercise helps in regularization of your periods and try to avoid stressful situations if any. Hope my answer helped you. Please feel free to reach for any more queries. Thanks. Regards, Dr. Saisudha