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I had a late m/c 5months ago but period is very regular. my due date of period was on 25th and took a test but neg. now i'm 4days late. what's wrong?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Irregular periods: Some women have irregular periods. Most women have at least one irregular period per year. You may be sensitive to stress and that can effect your cycles. It is wise to repeat the pregnancy test if you don't get your period in 3 or 4 more days.

Answered 5/7/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not certain.: Reasons for missed/late periods: low body weight, obesity, marked weight ^ or v, over-exercise, endurance athletics, breast-feeding, ^ stress, illness, eating disorders (bulimia or anorexia), anovulatory cycle (no egg released), travel, hormone irregularities, drug use, meds (i.e., birth control) or medical problems. #1 reason is pregnancy.

Answered 4/23/2016

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Check it out: There are many reasons for a late menstral cycle- weight loss or gain, pregnancy, hypothyroidism and more.If periods do not it resume soon, check with your health care provider.

Answered 1/30/2014

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