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I need to delay my periods due to urgent reasons for some days, what can be done for the same. Let me know

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Please consult online for medication to postpone periods . ...  Read More

What can be the other reasons for dates periods other than pregnancy? My periods have been delayed for 8 days as of now.

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Some times due to excessive anxiety or stress also it happens ...  Read More

Hello doctor iam brest feed mother. Due to some reasons i want to delay my periods 3days. Please suggest me any medication for delay periods.

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It is not advisable to take hormonal preparations to delay ypur periods when you are breastfeeding . ...  Read More

I had stain yesterday but got no periods today why is it because? My last periods were also late what could be the reason?

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You need a detailed discussion for the diagnosis ...  Read More

Me and my husband are planning for baby , my periods come regular but last month my periods come 10 days early & dark brown bleeding . Pls tell me reasons for this ??

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It could be due to stress or hormonal imbalance. Are you taking any hormonal pills? Have you done any tests or taken any treatment for the changes in periods cycle? Please visit gynecologist ...  Read More

My periods are been delay from two months i have problem fo sweelling ovary i have showed to my doc but due to some reasons i could not continue the therapy

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Hi,I advise you to complete your treatment. Consult your Gynaecologist and restart medicines ...  Read More

My periods have been delayed by over 10 days now what could be the possible reasons? I took the home pregnancy test twice, both times the results were negative

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Connect please ...  Read More

Last month got delay by 5 days in periods before that i never face such delay. Even this month as well it's, two days more than the ecpected date still not get periods. What to do for the regular periods cycle and what may be the reasons for the same.

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Delay of3-5 days of cycle is normal unless there is delay of 10-15 days ...  Read More

My periods are delayed for more than a week and I'm not pregnant I took the test. What can be the possible reasons and how to cure it?

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Many reason stress medication etc take care consultant with gynacologist ...  Read More

I want to delay my periods because I will be traveling to an other state for some professional reasons and I heard that there are some certain medications which may help me to delay my periods, I just wanted to know which medication is good and is there any side effects?

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Contact directly for prescription and to know about side effects ...  Read More

Last time period came 15 september and pain occurred 2-3 ago but periods not come just 1_2 black blood drop come

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A gap of about a month since your last period, with only a couple of dark spotting drops and some cramping, usually points to either a delayed ovulation this cycle or an early pregnancy. Dark spotting ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 21 years old. My last proper period was from 13th to 17th August 2026. Since then, I haven't had a proper menstrual period. My previous period dates were: - May 18–22 - June 8–12 - July 5–9 - August 13–17 I stopped taking emergency contraceptive pills in March 2026. In March only I had taken Divery when my

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A gap like this after fairly regular cycles is usually not PCOS when there's no weight gain, acne or excess hair, as you've described. More likely causes at your age are stress, a change in weight or ...  Read More

I had protected intercourse on 6 September then I had periods on 7 September after which I got infected with bilateral Aom on 22 sept it was severe and after which o had severe constipation for which I've taken Duroc flex last week. My sleep cycle was disrupted I sleep around 3-4 at night and I do work from home job. When I will get my periods?its

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A period delay of several weeks like this is usually explained by what you've been through this past month. A severe ear infection, antibiotics, disrupted sleep and stress can all push ovulation later ...  Read More

I missed my periods it been 2 months now. I have thyroid and I took ipill few times. I took home test thrice and it came negative. What should be my next step?

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Three negative tests make pregnancy very unlikely. Frequent use of the emergency pill disrupts your cycle for a few months, and your thyroid can add to that delay. Your weight can also play a role in ...  Read More

My sister’s last period started on 17th August, and her periods have been delayed quite significantly this time. She is not sexually active, and this is the first time she has experienced such a long delay, as her cycles have usually been regular. I’m a little worried about her health. Could you please advise me on what we should do and

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An eight-week delay in your period, especially when your cycles are usually regular and you're not sexually active, is unusual and worth checking. Common causes at your age include stress, a change in ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, my last abortion was completed 1 month and 5 days ago. Today morning, I did a home pregnancy test and the result is completely negative. I do not have any physical symptoms like abdominal pain or bleeding right now. Due to some personal family reasons, I want to start my periods as soon as possible. Please advise me a safe medicine to

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Your period hasn't returned yet, but at five weeks post-abortion you're still inside the normal window. Most periods restart within four to six weeks, and your negative pregnancy test with no pain or ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 31 years old female. My last period was on 10th August, and today is 25th September, so my periods are delayed by more than one month. I have checked pregnancy test at home and it is negative. I have a history of irregular periods earlier also. At present I have no fever, no severe abdominal pain, no white discharge and no other

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A missed period for over a month with a negative test, especially with your history of irregular cycles, is more often hormonal than a sign of pregnancy. ...  Read More

My female friend missed her periods which were supposed to start on 18 sept... We were in physical contact on 10 and 15 sept... What could be the reason for this delay?

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A week's delay after unprotected contact could be a possible pregnancy, or simply a cycle running late from stress, which happens even without any risk. ...  Read More

I will be going on a trek and my periods date falls on the trek dates. I want to delay my periods for 2 days. Can i do that? And will there be any consequences?

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Delaying your period for a short trip is often possible with a doctor prescribed medicine, but it works best started several days before your date. ...  Read More

Since 2020 when I got my first periods hamesha regular periods rhe hai. 1-2 days delay hota hmesha but normal rhe hai. Never experienced cramps. 1st day thoda bleeding hota ,2-3 day main bleeding hota , 3rd day night se night time meh bleeding nhi hota buss daytime meh hota 4th day onwards this kam hone lgta. Buss back aur thighs heavy lgte. In Ju

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Since there's been no penetrative contact, pregnancy isn't the likely explanation for this delay, even though it's natural to worry. ...  Read More

I took two i pills in one month in July and in July my periods came but in August it did not and i also tested twice which was negative but still my periods are not coming

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Taking the emergency pill more than once in a month can throw your cycle off for a month or two afterward. Your two negative tests are reassuring against pregnancy. ...  Read More

Hi, i want to delay my periods for this month my date is on October 4th how to delay and when to take any medicine can you please suggest

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Yes, periods can be delayed for a specific event using a doctor-prescribed medication, and starting it a few days before your expected date usually works best. ...  Read More

My periods are very regular but this is the first time I have delayed periods for 28 days now . I was prescribed meprate 10mg for 5 day course and its been 6 days since I have completed the course but still no periods . What should I do now.

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Finishing that hormone course without your period starting means it needs a second look from your doctor, not another round on your own. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor. My period is 7 days late following a period of severe emotional stress. I had intercourse 12 days ago (5 days before my expected period). I am currently experiencing cramps, mood swings, and breast tenderness. I haven't taken a home pregnancy test yet. Please advise me on my next steps and what my options are." And doctors last month

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Hello doctor, I'm reaching out on behalf of my girlfriend. She is extremely panicked and absolutely terrified about a possible pregnancy, so we need your guidance Here is her exact medical timeline: 7th July: Her natural periods started. 11th July: We were intimate (there was NO direct ejaculation inside). 12th July (11:00 AM): She took an i

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

I'm 22 years old. I'm around 5'6 and weigh 52 kgs. I usually get my periods pretty regularly. ( 29-31 days every month) but I joined the gym this month and my due date was over 3 days ago and i still haven't got my period. It's the 34th day today. I go to the gym around 4 days a week and workout at home for the rest of the days. I used to have ir

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ...  Read More

Till February 2026 my periods used to come on time. But suddenly since March 2026 my periods started becoming irregular. This month my periods is 20 days late. I am not sexually active. What to do?

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Hormonal evaluation and ultrasound should be done Connect for consultation ...  Read More

My Periods are delayed for almost 9 days, got my last periods on 8th Jul and it lasted for 4 days. Average length of my cycle is 30-34 days . I have been sexually active with my partner but it was with protection barrier, in last days of my cycle yes tried withdrawal method as well. I have taken home pregnancy test twice yesterday, first time it wa

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Do beta hcg blood test for confirmation ...  Read More

Had unprotected intercourse on May 24 and took i-pill within 10 hours. I had no spotting or bleeding afterward. My periods usually come between the 6th and 10th of each month. On June 6, I had a period which is a bit heavy than the usual flow for 4–5 days and stopped. Could this have been spotting or was it a regular period? My next period ca

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U can wait for ur periods to resume... ...  Read More

This month my periods got missed my date was 25-26 and it is now 5 august still i didn't get my periods started . I was sexually active also so i have done 3 test all of were negetive . So what could it be ? Why i am not getting my periods ?

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Confirm with BetaHCG test. Take medicine to get your period. Ultrasound scan and blood test to know the reason. Consult for prescription please. ...  Read More

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