Key Takeaways
- A missed or delayed period does not necessarily indicate pregnancy.
- There can be several reasons for the absence of menstruation.
- In some cases, you should consult a doctor.
It is possible for menstruation to start late in any cycle. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, and if your period doesn’t start on the day that your cycle is predicted to begin, this doesn’t always immediately mean that you are pregnant. If your period doesn’t show at all, stress could be the cause or stopping the pill, i.e. post-pill syndrome. But there are also other reasons, some of which need medical attention.
What other reasons can cause a missed period?
If you have only recently stopped the pill, it is not unusual...
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