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Is it normal to miss the menstrual cycle for a few years?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have a concern with my menstruation. My last menstruation ended a few years ago, and I still do not have menstruation. Why so?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS at Veer Narmad South Gujarat, Maharashtra Medical Council, Mumbai, and DGO at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai. He is experienced in managing pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Currently, he is practicing in ICON Hospital, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

Having no menstrual periods is called amenorrhea. Amenorrhea is normal in the following circumstances.

1. Before puberty.

2. During pregnancy.

3. While breastfeeding.

This is because estrogen levels are altered.

So, I suggest you maintain a healthy lifestyle, drink more water, avoid stress, and consult a specialist doctor soon. Also, you can go for an ultrasound.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 19, 2023
Reviewed At May 8, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS at Veer Narmad South Gujarat, Maharashtra Medical Council, Mumbai, and DGO at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai. He is experienced in managing pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Currently, he is practicing in ICON Hospital, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra.

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

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. He completed his MBBS at Veer Narmad South Gujarat, Maharashtra Medical Council, Mumbai, and DGO at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Mumbai. He is experienced in managing pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Currently, he is practicing in ICON Hospital, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra.

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

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