Dr. Reetika
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Hello doctor,
I am an 18-year-old female. I weigh about 130 lbs, and my height is 5’6". My concern is about the late period. I have no pregnancy symptoms, and I am sexually active. But I use protection and have not taken a test yet.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I fully understand your concern and will surely help you. A delayed period can be due to stress, polycystic ovaries, being overweight, pregnancy, extensive workout, breastfeeding, etc. In your case, breastfeeding and workout, we can rule out. If you are under stress, please stay happy. If you are experiencing acne signs, weight gain/loss, thinning of hair and scalp, we can check for polycystic ovaries syndrome. As you are sexually active, I request you to take a urine pregnancy test with the first urine of the day for an accurate result. Do not drink too much fluid before the test. Adhere to all guidelines written on the package of the pregnancy test kit. Please share the outcome of the pregnancy test for further management of your menstrual health.
I hope this helps.
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