Question 1

if my period is 40 days late, but i had a negative pregnancy test, what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods : Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections &  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 2

hi my period is about 40 days late. june i had 2, one was about three days long. had spotting only when i wiped on aug 20. i saw a doctor yesterday urine sample said negative. wont hear about blood test till next week. could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Maybe not: Today's pregnancy tests are very accurate and not affected by foods, herbs, common illnesses, sexually transmitted diseases, vaginal spotting, or medications. A test gives a reliable result 3 weeks after sex (3 weeks after when conception might have been) or by 1 week after missing a period. If done sooner, a negative result may be from testing too early such as less than 2 weeks after conception.

Question 3

my period is 35 to 40 days late every month. can you tell me what is the reason behind this?wat should i do to overcome from this problem .?

Accepted Answer

Very common : Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections &  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 4

period is 40 days late. have had slight bleeding only when i wipe. bright red, for about 4 days. periods are usually heavy. implantation bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Maybe not at 40 days: Only a positive pregnancy test can tell a woman that prior spotting was actually implantation spotting. It can be hard to tell if a woman is pregnant because some of the symptoms seen in early pregnancy can also happen in non-pregnant women. A urine pregnancy test gives a reliable result about 3 weeks after sex (3 weeks after when conception might have occurred), or 1 week after missing a period.

Question 5

period 40 days late, 2 neg. tests around 20 day mark, cramps, bloating, white/yellow stretchy/watery discharge, less hungry, urinating more,pregnant??

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy unlikely: Home pregnancy tests are very accurate and not affected by foods, herbs, common illnesses, sexually transmitted diseases, vaginal spotting, or medications. A test gives a reliable result 3 weeks after sex (3 weeks after when conception might have happened) or 1 week after missing a period. If done sooner, a negative result may be due to testing too early such as less than 2 weeks after conception.

Question 6

my last period was 40 days ago, ending on the 30th march. i dont know why its late. it should have started approx the 16th-20th april but it hasnt?

Accepted Answer

Missed period ?: If pregnancy is possible, get a serum HCG test from your healthcare provider.  At age 16, it is not unusual for periods to vary occasionally.  Ask your healthcare provider about low dosage birth control pills, which will regulate your periods if taken as directed.

Question 7

period days late then it came and it was heavy but only lasted 2 days! usually its 5,is this normal?would taking 1800 mg rhodiola rosea effect it?

Accepted Answer

Weird cycle: It is important to not panic just because one cycle if a little off from the others. The main issue is what is the pattern over time. If your cycles return to normal over the next few months then one abnormal cycle is not an issue.  If you are not on birth control consider starting which will also give you better cycle control. I would avoid herbal treatments that do not have scientific support

Question 8

period 13 days late negative test?

Accepted Answer

Late period: Repeat in 1 week also consider, TSH level or prolactin level or variation

Question 9

period three days late should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Sexually active ?: If yes, take pregnancy test. Missed/late period: low body wt, obesity, weight ^ or v,  ^exercise, endurance athletics, breast-feeding, stress, illness, eating disorders (bulimia or anorexia), anovulatory cycle (no egg released), travel, perimenopause, just starting menstruation, hormone irregularities, drug use, meds (i.e., birth control) or medical problems.#1 reason is pregnancy.

Question 10

what causes a period to be 20 days late?

Accepted Answer

See below: Stress, anorexia, but pregnancy is at the top of the list.  You might want to be tested.

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If my period is 40 days late, but i had a negative pregnancy test, what can it be?

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Hi my period is about 40 days late. june i had 2, one was about three days long. had spotting only when i wiped on aug 20. i saw a doctor yesterday urine sample said negative. wont hear about blood test till next week. could i be pregnant?

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My period is 35 to 40 days late every month. can you tell me what is the reason behind this?wat should i do to overcome from this problem .?

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Period is 40 days late. have had slight bleeding only when i wipe. bright red, for about 4 days. periods are usually heavy. implantation bleeding?

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Period 40 days late, 2 neg. tests around 20 day mark, cramps, bloating, white/yellow stretchy/watery discharge, less hungry, urinating more,pregnant??

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My last period was 40 days ago, ending on the 30th march. i dont know why its late. it should have started approx the 16th-20th april but it hasnt?

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Period days late then it came and it was heavy but only lasted 2 days! usually its 5,is this normal?would taking 1800 mg rhodiola rosea effect it?

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Period 13 days late negative test?

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Period three days late should i worry?

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What causes a period to be 20 days late?

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