Irregular Periods & Possible Hormonal Imbalance: What Could It Be?

Question
I missed my period in March and spotted in April. Well I have taken four home pregnancy test and the all have said negative well I have not yet started and now I'm having leg cramps (aches) and little of back but no other systems like (sore breast,morning sickness,ect...) none  

Answer
Dear Brittany,

It sounds like you may have a hormonal imbalance which is causing some havoc with your cycles. If you have taken 4 pregnancy tests and all are negative, I would suspect that you are not pregnant.

Many things can cause menstrual irregularities. Stress, depression, a change in diet, weight loss or gain, strenuous or excessive exercise, some medications or drug use, or thyroid or pituitary dysfunction can all cause this. The general recommendation is that is you miss three consecutive periods and test negative for pregnancy, you should see your doctor so that a cause can be determined.

I hope this has helped you and answered your question. I wish you well.

Brenda