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I was on a diet to lose some pounds. however, my menstrual cycle stopped for 3 months. should i do something about it?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

How many lbs?: If you lost a significant amount of weight, that loss of energy could stop your menses. Please discuss with your doctor to have a healthy nutritional plan for weight loss.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 11/24/2014

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Eat: Rapid or marked weight loss can cause period to stop. So, can extremely low body weight.

Answered 11/26/2014

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