Many people assume that the only reason to miss a period is pregnancy, but that is not true. The average period cycle is 28 days, but it is normal to last anywhere between 21 and 45 days.

Many factors influence a woman’s cycle and here are some reasons why your period may be late:

• Stress

• Rapid weight gain or loss

• Low body weight

• PCOS- polycystic ovarian syndrome

• Birth Control pills

• Hormone imbalance

• Exercise

• Life change

• Chronic illness – like diabetes or celiac disease

• Early menopause

• Thyroid issues

As you can see, many factors can influence the body’s natural cycle and can trigger a delayed period. When in doubt, it is best to take a pregnancy test just to be sure. We welcome you to come to our office where we provide them for free along with many other resources.

Call or email us to schedule your appointment.

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