Why is the period delayed?

Many friends will panic and make random guesses when their menstruation does not arrive on time before their period. In fact, a very simple possibility is that it may be irregular menstruation that causes the menstrual period to be postponed. In fact, there are quite a few friends who have this phenomenon, so my female friends, when you encounter this problem, you don’t need to be nervous.

Delayed menstruation means delayed menstruation. The female menstrual cycle is generally 21 to 35 days, with an average of 28 days. About 7 days earlier or later is still within the normal range, and the length of the cycle varies from person to person. However, if menstruation does not occur after more than 7 days, it is considered delayed menstruation.

1. Reasons

1. Pregnancy

After the menstruation is delayed for 10 days, you can go to the hospital for a urine pregnancy test. If the result is positive, you are very likely pregnant. Pregnancy may also have other symptoms, such as chills, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, etc.

2. Side effects of medication

Long-term use of contraceptives can cause endocrine disorders and delay menstruation. Newer generation gastrokinetic drugs may also cause this.

3. Caused by surgery

For example, intrauterine surgery may cause cervical adhesions, which may lead to menstrual blood stasis and delay menstruation.

2. Inspection

It is normal for menstruation to be delayed by about a week. If you have sex, use condoms for contraception, and the condoms do not break or leak fluid, the possibility of pregnancy is low. The self-test rate of early pregnancy test strips is also low. It is recommended that you observe closely. If your menstruation is delayed for about 10 days, you can go to the hospital for a blood HCG test to confirm whether you are pregnant.

3. Diagnosis

1. Ask in detail about the patient’s medical history, recent surgical history, and medication history.

2. Make a diagnosis based on laboratory test results.

If your period is only delayed by about ten days and then comes normally, then you don't have to be nervous. Just relax, stay happy, and pay attention to your diet and rest. However, if your period is delayed, you should go to the hospital or pharmacy to buy pregnancy test products in time to understand your situation so that you can deal with it in time.