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What Causes Irregular Periods Along With Anxiety Disorder?

Hello, I am Nicole. My question is in regards to abnormal periods. I am 21 years old, and I have not had a period in 6 months. At the time this began I was on the pill, and about 3 months later I stopped the pill and still haven't received another period. When I missed the first two I had taken two at-home pregnancy tests, then I went to the doctor on the second month to get a blood test. All of the results were negative. All of my blood test results checked out just fine. My height is 5' 2'' and I currently weight 240 pounds. I have steadily gained 20 pounds per year since I was 14 years old. I had a Pap- Smear in early 2016, and it had come back normal. Another thing that might be needed to know about me, is that in April I was officially diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. So I was wondering what the missing periods and consistent weight gain could indicate with my health. Thank you so much.
Mon, 7 Aug 2017
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Hello

As you said your all blood tests turns out normal. So it is very much clear that there is no physical problem in your body which can cause irregular bleeding.

Nicole, I must tell you there is a huge connection between mental health disorders and menstrual irregularities. However, it is known that mental health disorders, such as depression, can cause irregular periods. Irregular periods can be caused by hormonal imbalances or stress, which are often found along with mental health disorders.
Anxiety can also cause people to have a poor diet or not get enough sleep and this can lead to irregular periods.


So I would like to suggest you some Do's and Don'ts to keep your anxiety levels at bay.
1. Learn to create or be part of interactive groups/communities helps in weaning away an individual from stress and its effects. Sharing of personal views, experiences, even getting consultation and involving in meaningful activities play an important role in lessening or managing stress.

2. Plan ahead is the secret of sound financial management without which one can invite a lot of stress. Allocate your income across the categories you need to fund each month. These might include mortgage, clothing, food, holiday, medical, children’s education, traveling expenses and so on. Assign a part of your income to each of these categories, regularly.
3. If you spend a lot of your life on the road. Do whatever it takes to make the journey a pleasant one. The following attitudes may help make your life on-road safe and enjoyable:
a. Give other motorists the benefit of doubt. The slow driver in front of you could be sick or aged.
b. Travel with someone whose company you enjoy.
c. Listen to a humorous tape or radio station.
d. Listen to music that you really enjoy.
e. Try to figure out what the crazy drivers you encounter are going to do with the extra few minutes that they gain on the journey.

I hope this helps you

Thanks
Dr. Tripat Mehta

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What Causes Irregular Periods Along With Anxiety Disorder?

Hello As you said your all blood tests turns out normal. So it is very much clear that there is no physical problem in your body which can cause irregular bleeding. Nicole, I must tell you there is a huge connection between mental health disorders and menstrual irregularities. However, it is known that mental health disorders, such as depression, can cause irregular periods. Irregular periods can be caused by hormonal imbalances or stress, which are often found along with mental health disorders. Anxiety can also cause people to have a poor diet or not get enough sleep and this can lead to irregular periods. So I would like to suggest you some Do s and Don ts to keep your anxiety levels at bay. 1. Learn to create or be part of interactive groups/communities helps in weaning away an individual from stress and its effects. Sharing of personal views, experiences, even getting consultation and involving in meaningful activities play an important role in lessening or managing stress. 2. Plan ahead is the secret of sound financial management without which one can invite a lot of stress. Allocate your income across the categories you need to fund each month. These might include mortgage, clothing, food, holiday, medical, children’s education, traveling expenses and so on. Assign a part of your income to each of these categories, regularly. 3. If you spend a lot of your life on the road. Do whatever it takes to make the journey a pleasant one. The following attitudes may help make your life on-road safe and enjoyable: a. Give other motorists the benefit of doubt. The slow driver in front of you could be sick or aged. b. Travel with someone whose company you enjoy. c. Listen to a humorous tape or radio station. d. Listen to music that you really enjoy. e. Try to figure out what the crazy drivers you encounter are going to do with the extra few minutes that they gain on the journey. I hope this helps you Thanks Dr. Tripat Mehta