Menstrual delays, if not due to pregnancy, may be caused by irregularities in the menstrual cycle. Among the reasons for a menstrual delay are the following:
- Polycystic ovaries.
- Change of habits.
- Stress.
- Thyroid hormone disturbances.
- Medications.
- Assisted reproduction treatments.
Since there are many causes of a late period, any concerns should be taken up with a gynecologist.
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By Ana Mª Villaquirán Villalba M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Clara Miret Lucio B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Juan José Espinós Gómez M.D., Ph.D. (gynecologist), Sara Salgado B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 07/19/2022
