May 23, 2012
Parenting & Pregnancy Menstrual Cycle Irregular periods - Am I pregnant?
Irregular periods - Am I pregnant? |
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Dear Ask The Doctor: Hi im been using diane35 for almost for almost a year and since may 2011 im diagnosed and i take anti tb drug and i got my period again so two period at may the problem is since i stop taking the pills i only got my period in last week of july 28 2011 to aug 3.2011 then missed period for september and october the last is nov.20 i've missed my period last dec 2011 im worried if im pregnant i just took the home pregnancy test kit this jan.2 2012 and its negative could someone answer me?and by the way im been in a rough momment of my life by the month of november and i think i've been depressed cause my husband got his mistress pregnant..i just kept it to myself..could it be a factor of a delayed period? Dear Eilane: I can understand your anxiety. There could be several factors that may be causing your delayed or irregular periods. Once pregnancy is ruled out, we may need to look af other factors. i) It is often seen that once a contraceptive pill is stopped, it usually takes 3-4 months before the periods become regular. ii) You have also mentioned that you are under a lot of stress. This could also explain why you missed your periods. Stress may cause delayed or irregular periods. iii) Low calorific intake : Dieting or taking less amount of calories could also be another factor. I would advise that you see your doctor for a physical examination and history. Your doctor may also advise several blood test and imaging studies (thyroid, complete blood count, hormonal studies and ultrasound of the pelvis) to determine the cause of delayed periods. I hope the information helps. |
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