I am 47 years old, have had regular periods and no symptoms of menopause. However, I have missed my

	Asked by Unregistered on Tue 24, Mar 2009 10:58am
	I am 47 years old, have had regular periods and no symptoms of menopause. However, I have missed my period for two months, a pregnancy test seems to be negative. Could this be stress related?
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	Answer by Dr Rowena S, MD (doctor) on Tue 24, Mar 2009 06:55pm: There are many possible causes of amenorrhea or absence of menstruation. This includes pregnancy, birth control pills, certain medications, illness, hormonal imbalance, low body weight, excessive exercise, thyroid problems, premature menopause and even stress. Mental stress can temporarily alter the functioning of your hypothalamus that controls the hormones that regulate your menstrual cycle. Ovulation and menstruation may stop as a result. However, regular menstrual periods usually resume after your stress decreases. If it persists, have this evaluated further by your gynecologist for proper management. Detailed answer for your question: Available in paid version. - Click to pay. Second opinion from another doctor: Available in paid version. - Click to pay.                 OR Chat LIVE with our Doctor - Click here
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