QuestionHi my last menstrual cycle I bleed for ten day and now my period is late this month. Is this cause for concern or can it be stress related?
Thanks
AnswerHello C from Canada,
A woman's hormones are very volatile and can be affected by many different things. Certainly, if there is excessive stress, not normal daily stress, such as death of a loved one or change in location or being with another woman for a long period of time, the menstrual cycle can change. Often those are one time events and things will straighten itself out so nothing needs to be done. Of course the most common reason for a delayed period is pregnancy so you might want to check that out first.
Good Luck,
Dr. Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com
Monterey, California, U.S.A.
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