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I had a breast reduction on may 6th. my last period ended may 4th. i'm ~5 days late. is it normal to have late periods after major surgery? how late?

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Dr. Stephen Sudler answered

Yes: THe surgery and anesthesia may have delayed or prevented ovulation. How late ca vary from person to person. Under the right circumstances, pregnancy can be a possibility.

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Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

I had a breast reduction on may 6th. my last period ended may 4th. i'm ~5 days late. is it normal to have late periods after major surgery? how late?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Sudler answered

Dr Seibert and 3 doctors agreed

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