Question 1

do corticosteroids interfere with your menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

No: No they should not.

Question 2

can a corticosteroid injection disrupt the normal menstrual cycle and cause periods 2 weeks apart?  this has happened to me twice in past month.

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Uncommon, but definitely can disrupt your menstrual cycle. It should not last longer than two cycles though!  it does not happen to most women.

Question 3

why can't women conceive even if her menstrual cycle are normal?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: A regular menstrual cycle doesn't preclude a woman or her partner from infertility. Many, many things can cause infertility without affecting menstrual cycle. To touch on just a few: female anatomical  issues, endometriosis, anovulatory cycles, etc.  Male partner may have low sperm count or low sperm motility. Fertility issues should be discussed first with ob. May need reproductive endo consult.

Question 4

i haven't had my menstrual cycle yet this month, should i be concerned that i haven't had it yet? i haven't had sex.

Accepted Answer

Monitor your cycles: Keep a menstrual diary and tract the start and end of your cycles. Your mediciations may be interferring with your cycle.

Question 5

what are the differences in days 1-4, 5-13, 14, and 15-28 of the menstrual cycle when fertilization occurs? and when it doesn't?

Accepted Answer

Midcycle: Ovulation usually happens at mid cycle, which is about 2 weeks before the onset of the next period.  That would be around day 14 with a 28 day cycle. Keep in mind the sperm can live in the cervical mucus for up to 3 days extending the fertile period.

Question 6

why do i have a lupus flare during my menstrual cycle most of the time? also my p.o.t.s symptoms worsen during this time how can i help this?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Lupus and the pre-menstrual phase of the cycle are both known for being states of increased inflammation, so it makes sense that you might have this and notice it during your menstrual cycle.  I would speak with your rheumatologist regarding medications that are safe to take to diminish the flare symptoms, as some anti-inflammatories are harmful for kidneys.  Best of luck.

Question 7

i had a abortion over 8 weeks ago and i still haven't started my menstrual cycle and i did have in protected sex about 2 weeks ago and he did ejaculat

Accepted Answer

Confused: I am confused.   How is it that you had unprotected sex after just having had a abortion?   Do you want a baby or do you not want a baby?    At the age of 26 you are old enough to take responsibility for yourself around such issues.   Do seek help from your doctor.   There are birth control methods that last for up to several years if you don't want to have to think about it.

Question 8

i've haven't had much of a menstrual cycle for 15 years because of an iud. a few days ago i began having cycle with a large amount of brown, stringy s?

Accepted Answer

Need gyn eval: Is IUD still in place?  Have you had the same IUD in place that long?  If paragard or copper IUD these usually have to be removed &amp; replaced after 10 years.  If progesterone IUD, they need to be removed and changed each 5 years.  Best to see gyn to be sure no issues of infection or other cause of bleeding (polyps, fibroids, etc).  Best of luck with this.  Dr R

Question 9

i am 16 years old. i started my menstrual cycle last year, they were normal but now haven't had them for abt 4 or 5 months. i am vry worried! please help!

Accepted Answer

Anovluation: If you are not pregnant, then you have stopped ovulating. You will have to be tested and examined by your trusted physician to see why this has happened and what may be done to get you back to normal.

Question 10

i dont know whether i am having my menstrual cycle or not. although i am due for one, i do not have any symptoms of it and it looks unusually watery. i am highly concerned?

Accepted Answer

: Symptoms and character of your menses can vary considerably, usually with no obvious cause. If you are having bleeding and you are due it is most likely a normal period. If you have reason to be concerned about pregnancy a home pregnancy test should be positive at this point.

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Can corticosteroids affect menstrual cycle

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Do corticosteroids interfere with your menstrual cycle?

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Can a corticosteroid injection disrupt the normal menstrual cycle and cause periods 2 weeks apart? this has happened to me twice in past month.

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Why can't women conceive even if her menstrual cycle are normal?

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I haven't had my menstrual cycle yet this month, should i be concerned that i haven't had it yet? i haven't had sex.

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What are the differences in days 1-4, 5-13, 14, and 15-28 of the menstrual cycle when fertilization occurs? and when it doesn't?

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Why do i have a lupus flare during my menstrual cycle most of the time? also my p.o.t.s symptoms worsen during this time how can i help this?

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I had a abortion over 8 weeks ago and i still haven't started my menstrual cycle and i did have in protected sex about 2 weeks ago and he did ejaculat

A member asked:

I've haven't had much of a menstrual cycle for 15 years because of an iud. a few days ago i began having cycle with a large amount of brown, stringy s?

A member asked:

I am 16 years old. i started my menstrual cycle last year, they were normal but now haven't had them for abt 4 or 5 months. i am vry worried! please help!

A member asked:

I dont know whether i am having my menstrual cycle or not. although i am due for one, i do not have any symptoms of it and it looks unusually watery. i am highly concerned?

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