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Delayed periods
We are planning for a baby. My periods cycle are usually 28 days and sometimes 29 days. This month it was on my 34th day of cycle. Im so confused with the reason for the delay. Please assist.
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Its normal to have intermittently fluctuating cycles. Its subjective to stress levels, hormonal changes, diet changes, weight reduction or gain and other lifestyle changes. If it persists to be the same, it will need a proper evaluation
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Delayed periods can happen due to multiple factors.
Keep trying for pregnancy .
Best days are 13 - 15 th days of the cycle .
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Get a pregnancy test done.
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Stress is a common cause, keep trying for pregnancy no worries
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Dr. Bejoy Bikram Banerjee
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Kolkata
Upto +/- 7days alteration of menstrual cycle is normal taking into consideration of lifestyle
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No need to panic
Keep trying for baby
Wish it will be a good news soon
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Dr. Smitha Nambiar
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20 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Physical or emotional stress, change in routine etc can cause change in menses.
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