Before you start to worry about why it could be late, take a deep breath and read this. Your body is not a clock, and variation in your menstrual cycle is normal, especially if you are a teenager , breastfeeding or nearing menopause.
Stress , travel , diet, illness and medication including birth control can also affect your cycle length, symptoms and the length and heaviness of your period. Up to 7—9 days of variation cycle-to-cycle is considered normal for adults. With Clue you can view your recent period dates, cycle averages and predictions for your next three cycles.
You are only at risk of pregnancy if you had unprotected penis-vagina sex or had sperm touching your vagina or vulva — during. If you have a regular menstrual cycle for example, your cycle length rarely varies by more than a couple days , then you are only at risk of pregnancy if you had unprotected heterosexual sex or had a high risk of sperm touching your genitals during your fertile window.
You can take a pregnancy test about two weeks after your estimated ovulation day , but the earlier you take a test the less accurate it may be and some brands are more sensitive than others 1. You should probably take a pregnancy test or contact your healthcare provider if your period is nine or more days late. Other types of hormonal birth control—like intrauterine devices IUDs and the Depo-Provera shot—can also cause irregular or late periods.
However, Dr. Patounakis cautions that no contraceptive is percent effective at preventing pregnancy, so if you don't get your period when expected, you might want to take a pregnancy test. During a typical menstrual cycle, each ovary develops roughly five follicles, and those follicles compete to become the dominant one that releases a mature egg at ovulation.
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS often have additional follicles, which makes this process take longer than usual. No released egg means no period. Other PCOS symptoms include weight gain and increased levels of the testosterone-like hormone androgen, which can cause thick hair growth on the face and breasts.
But even without these symptoms, someone can't rule out PCOS. But it's important to note that each woman experiences stress differently, so its effect on the menstrual cycle is highly subjective, says Dr. Moving across the country or dealing with a challenging work project could throw off one woman's period, but the same situation might have no effect on another woman. Excessive weight loss is another reason for late periods.
Vyas: "Severe weight loss and anorexia can shut down the hypothalamus's production of follicle stimulating hormone FSH and luteinizing hormone LH that regulate the ovaries. Gaining body weight can have a similar effect, especially when related to conditions like PCOS. Tracking periods can help a person recognize any irregularity. Anyone who notices a change in the length of time between periods should speak with a doctor. Also, it is a good idea to consult a doctor if periods come more often than every 21 days or less often than every 45 days.
Amenorrhea is not life-threatening. However, the hormonal imbalances that can cause it can also lead to harmful complications, such as hip and wrist fractures.
A doctor can help identify the cause of menstrual irregularity and recommend an effective treatment or management plan. Also, anyone who suspects that they are pregnant, even after taking Plan B, should speak with a doctor. Some people worry that they are pregnant or have a medical condition if they miss their period, but many other factors can contribute to a delay.
Hormonal imbalances, stress, and weight loss, for example, can all play a role. Anyone who believes that they may be pregnant or who misses more than three consecutive periods should speak with a doctor. A doctor can identify the cause of missed periods and recommend an appropriate course of action, if any is necessary. Many people experience symptoms, such as cramps, acne, or tender breasts, when a period is on its way.
Learn the signs a period is coming. When a period comes early, it is often no cause for concern. Learn about some potential causes of an early period and when to see a doctor. Some menstrual problems, such as painful, heavy, or absent periods, are common, but treatments and self-care techniques can help. Learn more here. DivaCups are environmentally sustainable, reusable menstrual products.
Learn about how to use them and how they compare with other menstrual products. Why is my period late? Causes and when to seek help. Causes Is it common after taking Plan B? The condition is responsible for as many as 1 in 3 cases of stopped periods. See your GP if you're not pregnant — you've had a negative pregnancy test — and you've missed more than 3 periods in a row. If you're sexually active and you have not taken a pregnancy test, your GP may advise you to take one.
Your GP may recommend waiting to see whether your periods return on their own. In some cases you may need treatment for your periods to return. You should also see your GP if your periods stop before you're 45 or if you're still bleeding when you're over If your GP thinks a medical condition might have caused your periods to stop, they may refer you to a consultant who specialises in the condition.
If test results show a medical condition has caused your periods to stop, you may be offered treatment for your condition. For example, if the cause is PCOS, you may be advised to take the contraceptive pill or tablets containing a hormone called progesterone. Read more about the treatment of PCOS. If the cause is early menopause premature ovarian failure , this means the ovaries no longer function normally.
Hormone medicine is usually recommended. Treatments may include the contraceptive pill or hormone replacement therapy HRT. If you have an overactive thyroid gland, you may be given medication to stop your thyroid producing too many hormones. Read more about treating an overactive thyroid gland. Page last reviewed: 02 August Next review due: 02 August Stopped or missed periods. Why your periods might stop There are a number of reasons why your periods can stop.
The most common reasons are: pregnancy stress sudden weight loss being overweight doing too much exercise taking the contraceptive pill the menopause polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS Periods can also sometimes stop as a result of a medical condition, such as heart disease , uncontrolled diabetes , an overactive thyroid , or premature menopause.
Pregnancy You might be pregnant if you're sexually active and your period is late.
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