A menstrual cycle usually lasts between 21 to 35 days on an average for women. But, if the period has not arrived beyond 35 days, it is called delayed period. Pregnancy is not the only reason for a delay in period. Birth control pills, PCOD, stress, thyroid problems or other hormonal causes could be responsible.
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Why are my periods getting delayed this month?
Query: Hello doctor, My periods were supposed to start between these days. Perhaps I will get them today. However, the chances were most probably for yesterday and the days before. Unfortunately, I did not. I checked with the strip, and the home pregnancy test is negative. Please provide your opinion.Thank... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am here to help you with your health queries. I can understand your concern. May I ask about the length of the delay in your period? Could you please let me know if you are taking oral contraceptive pills or if you have used emergency contraceptives? These medications are known to alter th... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I had my periods 44 days back and then I took an I-pill nine days after that within an hour of intercourse. I got bleeding six days after taking the I-pill which lasted for five days and till now I did not get my periods.What could be the reason? Please help me.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. The most common cause of a missed menstrual period is conception. There is sometimes a loss of blood via the vagina when the fertilized ovum is implanted into the lining of the uterus. This is known as implantation bl... Read Full »