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Causes of late menstruation
1. Stress
2. Weight loss
3. Weight gain
4. Use of contraception
5. Thyroid conditions
6. PCOS
7. Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI)
8. Other chronic conditions
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There are times when menstruation or
menstruation
irregular or late.The causes can be varied, not just because
pregnancy
.The causes of late menstruation can be due to hormones, mental conditions, and certain diseases.
Several studies show the prevalence of irregular menstrual cycles is between 5-35.6 percent depending on age, occupation and location.
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The menstrual cycle is usually once every 28 days.However, the normal cycle takes place every 21-35 days.
Causes of late menstruation
Some people think that late menstruation is a sign of pregnancy.However, there are actually a number of causes and some of them need to be followed up medically.
1. Stress
Chronic stress can disrupt hormones, change routines, and even affect the part of the brain responsible for regulating menstruation.
Over time, stress can trigger illness or sudden and drastic changes in weight.
2. Weight loss
Rapid or excessive weight loss can cause irregular periods or can stop the menstrual cycle.
3. Weight gain
Like weight loss, drastic weight gain can trigger menstrual irregularities.
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, obesity can make the body produce excessive estrogen.Excessive estrogen levels can make menstruation irregular or can stop menstruation.
4. Use of contraception
Certain contraceptive methods can trigger changes in the menstrual cycle including combination pills, progestin minipills, implants, patches, injections, IUDs, and vaginal rings.
5. Thyroid conditions
An overactive or underactive thyroid gland can be the cause of late menstruation.The thyroid is a hormone that regulates the body’s metabolism, including influencing hormone levels.
6. PCOS
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
or PCOS makes the body produce more androgens.In women with PCOS, there are cysts in the ovaries due to this hormonal imbalance.
Excessive androgen hormones make ovulation irregular or stop it altogether.
Apart from androgens, the insulin hormone is also unbalanced.It’s no surprise that PCOS is associated with insulin resistance.
7.
Primary ovarian insufficiency
(POI)
Primary ovarian insufficiency
(POI) or primary ovarian insufficiency is a condition where the ovaries stop functioning before the age of 40 years.
Women with POI experience early menopause.About 1 percent of women before the age of 40 experience POI.
If you experience late menstruation and symptoms such as,
hot flashes
, night sweats, vaginal dryness, difficulty concentrating and irritability, you should see a doctor.
8. Other chronic conditions
Chronic diseases such as diabetes and celiac disease can cause late menstruation.Although it rarely occurs, uncontrolled blood sugar levels can make menstrual cycles irregular.
Celiac disease can prevent the body from absorbing important nutrients optimally due to damage to the small intestine.This condition can make menstruation irregular or late.
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