Anonymous
3 years
Extremely late period
I am an 18 year old, experiencing a large period gap for the 2nd time. i am 81 days late. today is day 121 from the previous cycle. i am very worried. please please help me, this is the second time since last year.
Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli,
3 years
Hello, thank you for your enquiry.
Your question is about you having delayed period in abnormal cycle which is 81 days and 121 days. We understand your concern, we will try to help you.
For your information, the symptoms that you experiencing now may have various causes, such as:
- Stress, irregular lifestyle, poor sleeping habits
- Excess exercising
- Significant weight gain or weight loss
- Pregnancy
- Other diseases such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), prolactinoma, etc
- Taking certain medication such as contraceptive pills, etc
These factors commonly causes irregular menstrual cycle or missed period. They have similar symptoms and it is quite challenging to diagnose without details.
Therefore, in order to diagnose the causes for your symptoms, a more detailed history and workup are required. A proper physical examinations and investigations such as ultrasound and blood tests are essential as well.
We highly recommend you to present to hospital or clinic for further examinations and investigations, then only a proper treatment plan will be given for a better outcome.
You also can contact us for an online consultation.
Thank you, we hope our answer has been helpful.
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