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Am I pregnant or hormonal imbalance is the cause of missed periods?

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Hi doctor,

My periods are irregular for the past five months. I had unprotected intercourse and then I took I-pill. After six days, I got normal bleeding for five days. Then I had protected sex. I did not get periods for 38 days after having protected sex. I checked serum beta hCG levels and it was normal. I consulted a doctor and she suggested me to take Primolut N tablet for five days. After completion of its course, I started to have bleeding for two days. On the third day, the bleeding was light with pink color. Now, I did not get my periods for 40 days. I have pain in my stomach and legs. I am worried. Am I pregnant or it is just a hormonal imbalance? I am stressed. Please help me.

Answered by Dr. Sanya Dhingra

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanya Dhingra is a dedicated General Practitioner with extensive years of clinical experience. She is passionate about working closely with patients, providing comprehensive care for a wide range of health conditions. Dr. Dhingra focuses on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and preventive healthcare to promote overall well-being. Her patient-centered approach ensures compassionate, holistic, and quality medical care for individuals across all age groups.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. I give you some advice regarding contraception first. Always remember to use a barrier like condom during intercourse. It not only prevents pregnancy but it also prevents STD (sexually transmitted disease). In case if you have unprotected intercourse, then you can take an emergency contraceptive pill within 72 hours of intercourse. As you have taken hormonal pills frequently, it is normal to have a delayed, scanty and irregular periods. Crampy pain in the stomach and legs can occur due to ovulation. Do not worry and wait for periods. In case, if your periods are delayed for more than 40 to 45 days, then you can do a urine pregnancy test at home using pregnancy kits.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At October 6, 2020
Reviewed At September 8, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanya Dhingra is a dedicated General Practitioner with extensive years of clinical experience. She is passionate about working closely with patients, providing comprehensive care for a wide range of health conditions. Dr. Dhingra focuses on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and preventive healthcare to promote overall well-being. Her patient-centered approach ensures compassionate, holistic, and quality medical care for individuals across all age groups.

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BDS

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Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sanya Dhingra is a dedicated General Practitioner with extensive years of clinical experience. She is passionate about working closely with patients, providing comprehensive care for a wide range of health conditions. Dr. Dhingra focuses on accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and preventive healthcare to promote overall well-being. Her patient-centered approach ensures compassionate, holistic, and quality medical care for individuals across all age groups.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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