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I have not had a menstrual cycle for about 5 months now... could it possibly be because of my drug use because i am addicted to heroin and pain pills?

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Dr. Philip Gilly answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes it can ...: addiction to opioids weakens many systems within the body, including the immune, hormones, nerves, heart, circulation. Besides that, you could still get pregnant without having periods. I would recommend that you visit http://www.abam.net/find-a-doctor/ to find an addictionologist who can help you.

Answered 8/19/2015

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A member asked:

I have not had a menstrual cycle for about 5 months now... could it possibly be because of my drug use because i am addicted to heroin and pain pills?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Gilly answered

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