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I haven't been sexually active so i am wondering if my antibiotics are what has caused my late period?

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Not aware: of antibiotics causing late periods. However, stress caused by infections certainly can.

Answered 8/12/2014

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A member asked:

I haven't been sexually active so i am wondering if my antibiotics are what has caused my late period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

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