Period FAQs

why haven't i had my period in a year

by Prof. Coleman Gleason II Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago
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Some of the causes of missed periods, besides pregnancy, are as follows:

  • Stress: This is one of the most common reasons for a missed period. ...
  • Low body weight: Low body weight is another potential reason for a missed period. ...
  • Obesity: Similarly to low body weight, obesity can also result in hormonal changes, leading to an absence of menstruation.
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): PCOS is a condition in which your body produces more of the male hormone androgen. ...

Causes of absent menstruation
Natural causes most likely to cause amenorrhea include pregnancy, breast-feeding, and menopause. Lifestyle factors may include excessive exercise and stress. Also, having too little body fat or too much body fat may also delay or stop menstruation. Hormonal imbalances may cause amenorrhea.

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What's are some reasons why I don't have my period?

Some of the causes of missed periods, besides pregnancy, are as follows:

  • Stress: This is one of the most common reasons for a missed period. ...
  • Low body weight: Low body weight is another potential reason for a missed period. ...
  • Obesity: Similarly to low body weight, obesity can also result in hormonal changes, leading to an absence of menstruation.

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What can cause a missed period?

Some causes of a missed period other than pregnancy include stress, low body weight, obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome, use of birth control, chronic diseases, thyroid issues, and early perimenopause. If you’re experiencing a change in the pattern of your regular periods, make sure to contact your health care provider.

Is not having a regular period bad for You?

One of the most common questions I hear from patients is whether or not it is safe to not have periods. Most women are so accustomed to their menstrual cycle that the notion of not having a monthly period feels strange and unnatural. However, the reality is that not having a period can be perfectly safe in certain situations.

What can cause no period besides pregnancy?

They can result from a range of conditions besides pregnancy, including hormonal imbalances, hormonal birth control, stress, weight loss, trauma, and certain health conditions. This article discusses what can cause a person to miss their period and how common this is.

Is it normal to miss a period?

What age do you start menopause?

How to know if you have a period?

How long does it take for a period to be delayed?

How long does a woman's period last?

How long does a bleed last?

What to do if you have a change in your period?

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Missed Period for Three Months, Why? | New Health Advisor

The average length of a normal menstrual cycle is 21 to 35 days. It means most women usually have 11-13 menstrual cycles in a year. However, you may always experience changes to your menstrual cycle due to many factors.

What causes postmenopausal bleeding?

Postmenopausal vaginal bleeding can be caused by: Cancer of the uterus, including endometrial cancer and uterine sarcoma. Cancer of the cervix or vagina. Thinning of the tissues lining the uterus (endometrial atrophy) or vagina (vaginal atrophy) Uterine fibroids. Uterine polyps.

When do you reach menopause?

Laughlin-Tommaso, M.D. Menopause is the end of menstruation. In clinical terms, you reach menopause when you haven't had a period for 12 months. Vaginal bleeding after menopause isn't normal and should be evaluated by your doctor.

Can postmenopausal bleeding be harmless?

Excessive overgrowth of the cells that make up the lining of the uterus (endometrial hyperplasia) The cause of your bleeding may be entirely harmless. However, postmenopausal bleeding could result from something serious, so it's important to see your doctor promptly. With. Shannon K. Laughlin-Tommaso, M.D.

Is it normal to miss a period?

There are several times in a person’s life when irregular periods are expected: when a person first starts having periods (puberty), during breastfeeding, and at the beginning of perimenopause (the transitional stage that precedes menopause). On average, most people get their periods every 28 days. But a healthy person’s menstrual cycle can last from 21 to 35 days. Apart from puberty, menopause, and pregnancy, a missed period may indicate a health issue.

What age do you start menopause?

If symptoms of menopause start before the age of 40, it’s considered early perimenopause. Early perimenopause means that the supply of your eggs is declining. This can result in a missed period and eventually the end of menstruation.

How to know if you have a period?

Visit your doctor if you notice the following symptoms: 1 You’ve missed your period three or more times in a year. 2 You get a period more frequently than every 21 days. 3 You get a period less frequently than every 35 days. 4 Bleeding lasts for more than seven days. 5 Bleeding is heavier than normal. 6 You have severe pain during your period. 7 You have a fever. 8 You have postmenopausal bleeding (bleeding after you have entered menopause and not had a period for one year).

How long does it take for a period to be delayed?

How much of a delay in periods is normal? You can calculate the length of your menstrual cycle by counting from the first day of one period to the first day of the next. Typically, menstrual cycles range from 21 to 35 days. If your periods are within this range, then there’s probably no cause for concern.

How long does a woman's period last?

On average, most people get their periods every 28 days . But a healthy person’s menstrual cycle can last from 21 to 35 days. Apart from puberty, menopause, and pregnancy, a missed period may indicate a health issue.

How long does a bleed last?

Bleeding lasts for more than seven days.

What to do if you have a change in your period?

If you’re experiencing a change in the pattern of your regular periods, make sure to contact your health care provider.

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