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What Causes Delayed Periods?

Hi, I am on birth control and take it faithfully. Last month my period was off very light and kept coming and going for a few days. Now this month I am already 3 days late and have no sign of my period coming. I took a pregnancy test and came up negative. Not too sure whats going on. Any info help
Sat, 24 Nov 2018
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Hello,

Delayed periods can occur commonly due to hormonal imbalances, blood disorders (anemia), stress & anxiety, serious medical conditions like Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS), Thyroid dysfunctions (hyper or hypothyroidism), Diabetes, Uterine Fibroids/Endometriosis, Pelvic inflammatory diseases or cancer or menopausal phase.

Take iron & calcium supplements, food (fruits & veggies) rich in minerals, do regular exercises, take adequate sleep, stay away from stress & addictions if any. Continue to take the birth control pills but you are recommended to get physically examined, evaluated & treated if your symptoms are persistently causing you discomfort.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Delayed Periods?

Hello, Delayed periods can occur commonly due to hormonal imbalances, blood disorders (anemia), stress & anxiety, serious medical conditions like Polycystic ovarian disease (PCOS), Thyroid dysfunctions (hyper or hypothyroidism), Diabetes, Uterine Fibroids/Endometriosis, Pelvic inflammatory diseases or cancer or menopausal phase. Take iron & calcium supplements, food (fruits & veggies) rich in minerals, do regular exercises, take adequate sleep, stay away from stress & addictions if any. Continue to take the birth control pills but you are recommended to get physically examined, evaluated & treated if your symptoms are persistently causing you discomfort. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician