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Is Delayed Periods Due To Stress?
Hi, I am worried I am pregnant but am not sure. I am sex days late for my period but i have been very stressed. the last time i had sex was on feb 8th. my periods are usually regular. I have taken 3 pregnancy tests and they have all came out negative, I have been googling trying to make myself feel better but i dont and i really need assistance.
Fri, 1 Apr 2016
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I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...
Yes, stress could delay your periods by causing release of stress hormones & altering normal hormonal balance. As you have undergone 3 pregnancy tests and they have all came out negative, you should not worry as you are not pregnant. so over stressing may be the reason of delay in period in you.
There could be other reasons that may be responsible for delayed periods as follow
1 Ovarian problem like poly cystic ovary disease (PCOS) could be the reason
2. Overexercising or excessive exercise schedule in past month
3. excessive weight gain or weight loss
4. Hormonal disturbance such as thyroid disorder
If you continue to miss your period, visit a gynaecologist
Hope this information helps
I have gone through your query and can understand your concern...
Yes, stress could delay your periods by causing release of stress hormones & altering normal hormonal balance. As you have undergone 3 pregnancy tests and they have all came out negative, you should not worry as you are not pregnant. so over stressing may be the reason of delay in period in you.
There could be other reasons that may be responsible for delayed periods as follow
1 Ovarian problem like poly cystic ovary disease (PCOS) could be the reason
2. Overexercising or excessive exercise schedule in past month
3. excessive weight gain or weight loss
4. Hormonal disturbance such as thyroid disorder
If you continue to miss your period, visit a gynaecologist
Hope this information helps
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