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Genital or Urinary Symptoms
Menstrual Period, Missed or Late

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  • Late Menstrual Period: 5 or more days overdue compared to usual menstrual cycle.
  • Missed Menstrual Period: no menstrual flow for more than 6 weeks.
General Information
  • The first day of menstrual bleeding is considered the first day of a new menstrual cycle.
  • Menstrual bleeding typically lasts 3-7 days.
  • Ovulation generally occurs around day 14 of the cycle.
  • The length of the menstrual cycle varies from woman to woman. The range is from 24 to 35 days. The average is 28 days.
Causes
  • Pregnancy is the most important cause. This possibility needs to be considered in any woman who has a missed or late period.
  • Stress.
  • Dieting, exercise and weight loss.
  • Menopause.
  • Polycystic ovarian disease.
  • Birth control pills.
  • Depoprovera injection.
  • Pituitary and other endocrine disorders.

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