A member asked:

I was so stressed out and depressed around the time i'm suppose to ovulate, i also lost a lot of weight. can this be the reason i'm a week late?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sure: Stress can affect your cycles. You should also do a pregnancy test.

Answered 5/12/2016

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Maybe: It depends how much weight you've lost. Women who are below their ideal body weight may have difficulty getting their periods. In addition, emotional factors sometimes affect menstruation.

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