Getting my periods Late periods - #11412
I got my previous two periods early before 21 days so i got medicines and now my periods are too late it's my 40th day today and got no periods and facing some spotting between the periods and this time faces 3-4 drops of blood onmy 25th day
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Hello dear See as per clinical history it seems either affects of medication or hormonal fluctuations Iam suggesting some tests to be done Serum Lh Serum TSH Serum ferritin Serum prolactin Pregnancy strip test ( blood - beta HCG) CBC Serum estrogen Kindly share the details with gynacolologist in person for better clarification. Please donot take any medications without consulting the concerned doctor Hopefully you recover soon Regards
Irregular cycles like yours (early periods followed by a long delay with spotting) are usually related to hormonal imbalance, stress, PCOS, thyroid issues, or side effects of medicines. Since you’ve already taken tablets to adjust periods, it may take some weeks for your cycle to stabilize. A gynecologist can help by doing basic blood tests (thyroid, prolactin, hormones) and a pelvic ultrasound to rule out PCOS or other causes, then adjust your treatment.
No need to worry This is all due to 1. temporary harmonal imbalance 2.can be due to tablets which u have taken Calm down stress also can be a reason So get USG done
Hi Nikita
👉 For now, don’t panic — one delayed cycle can happen, especially after medicine use. But if this pattern repeats or you have other symptoms (acne, weight changes, hair fall, nipple discharge), it’s best to get evaluated.
What You Can Do Now
✅ Take a urine pregnancy test (if you’re sexually active). ✅ Track your symptoms — note spotting, cramps, breast changes, discharge. ✅ If you don’t get periods within the next 7–10 days, visit a gynecologist for: • Blood tests (thyroid, prolactin, hormones) • Pelvic ultrasound (to check ovaries and uterus)
Thank you
Your cycle change (from early to delayed) suggests a temporary hormonal imbalance. Since it’s already the 40th day, please rule out pregnancy first. If negative, and periods still don’t come in the next 5–7 days. visit a gynecologist for evaluation and possible hormonal treatment to regulate your cycle.
When menstrual cycles are fluctuating like this, it’s helpful to consider a range of potential causes, including hormonal imbalances, stress, significant weight changes, or even underlying health conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or thyroid disorders. Given that you’ve experienced early periods followed by a late one with some spotting, it’s possible that the medications intended to regulate your cycle might be affecting your body differently than expected. If you’ve implemented any new lifestyle changes—like changes in diet, exercise, or stress levels—they can also influence your cycle. Another consideration is pregnancy, if applicable, particularly if you’re sexually active; taking a home pregnancy test might be a wise step if there’s any possibility. In some cases, spotting can be a normal part of the menstrual cycle but considering the swings in your cycle length, and spotting inconsistently, I would advise checking in with a gynecologist to get a more thorough evaluation. Blood tests or an ultrasound might be required to help figure out what’s going on. Until you can do so, try to maintain a balanced diet, stay hydrated, and manage stress as best as you can. Keeping a menstrual diary might also help in monitoring patterns or changes to report them accurately to your healthcare provider. This will provide more clues and potentially guide your doctor on the best course of treatment tailored to your specific needs.
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