What can cause a missed period?

Sugar_Coated_Owl

...other than the obvious of being pregnant, what can be the cause of missing a period and when should you make an appointment with your GP?

brazilianwax

stress/worrying, illness, medication, weightloss/gain, other women in your workplace/home

I'd prolly be worried after maybe 4 weeks or something

julesgr

This can be caused by several things, If you are sure you are not pregnant , it can be caused by hormone imbalances, sudden or severe weightloss and sometimes it happens naturally. Generally I wouldn't say it's necessary to see your GP unless you are unduly worried by it. If it continues then I would suggest speaking to GP.

dmg24

Also, some infections, Chlamydia in particular.

julesgr, I just misread your signature - I thought it said that your current weight is 37.5lb! Well done on the loss, that is fantastic! x

whatatwit

If you are taking an oral contraceptive, these can sometimes mess up periods, as the period becomes a chemically induced bleed.

Queenieviolet

I know it's a bit personal but how old are you? Your age can affect periods e.g. teens and middle ages! Also are you trying to get pregnant? I know when I was I often skipped periods which I think was due to the stress of trying and hoping.

Sugar_Coated_Owl

Thanks for the advice so far

I haven't taken the pill for a few years but I know for sure there is no chance that I could be pregnant. My periods have always been fairly regular (give or take a few days) ever since I was in my teens but it's nearly 3 weeks late now.

Sugar_Coated_Owl

I don't mind you asking, I am 23 years old and no I'm not trying to get pregnant.

Savvy_Sue

But life has been a bit stressful lately, hasn't it? Are you eating OK? Have a hug, and don't panic - try and think of missing the odd one as a bonus ...

siamesecats

could it be early menopause?

smileitconfusespeople_2

Hi hun...Yeah hun stress can definaly do that, i can vouch for that , you can go to the G.p and they will run tests for you, to set your mind at rest , a few years back at my worse i had 1 dayers... God i couldnt go out next day that was it done till following month and other times God 7 days later its still there??!!
Go to your Gp armed with your diary and have a chat ........ps big hugs