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2025-04-29 04:13:25
My last period started on 30th March and lasted for about 5-6 days. My cycle is usually of 26-29 days. I had unprotected sex on the 29th day of last period. Why my period is delayed?
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There can be numerous causes for a delayed period but as you have had unprotected sex if periods are delayed by more than a week it's better to rule out the most obvious one by a urine pregnancy test.

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There are multiple reasons for the delay Up to 37 day cycle is considered normal As of now your cycles have not been delayed Wait till 7th of May

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