Many female friends will encounter such a problem, that is, their menstrual period will be delayed. There are many factors that can affect delayed menstruation, such as pregnancy, side effects of medication, etc. Knowing more about the reasons for delayed menstruation can also protect your body. Causes 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. There are also other symptoms of pregnancy, such as chills, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, etc. 2. Medication Taking progestin-containing drugs, such as progesterone, emergency contraceptive pills, etc., can prolong the luteal phase and cause delayed menstruation. Newer generation gastrokinetic drugs may also cause delayed menstruation. 3. Caused by surgery For example, uterine surgery may cause adhesions in the uterine cavity or cervix, which may prevent menstrual blood from being discharged, thereby delaying menstruation. 4. Endocrine disorders Obesity, excessive dieting, irregular living habits, premature ovarian failure, polycystic ovary syndrome, etc. can all cause endocrine disorders in women and lead to delayed menstruation. 5. Chronic diseases Chronic hepatitis, tuberculosis, tumors, hypothyroidism, severe anemia, vitamin E deficiency, etc. often cause delayed menstruation. 6. Mental factors Psychological factors such as mental tension, stress, environmental changes, etc. can cause delayed menstruation. Clinical manifestations 1. Delayed menstruation The menstrual cycle is delayed for more than 8 to 9 days, or even occurs every 40 to 50 days. If the delay does not exceed 7 days and there are no other symptoms, it is not considered as this disease. 2. Accompanying symptoms and signs (1) Pregnancy: If pregnancy causes delayed menstruation, it may be accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting; (2) Symptoms and signs of various primary diseases are often present. Polycystic ovary syndrome may manifest as obesity, hirsutism, acne, and infertility; hypothyroidism is often accompanied by apathy, memory loss, slow reaction, non-pitting edema, anorexia, abdominal distension, constipation, etc. |
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