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Ive had no period for 6 months. my regular dr ran blood tests, no pregnancy or thyroid problem. i am anemic, on iron now. what do i ask an obgyn?

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Dr. Paul Kaplowitz answered

Specializes in Pediatric Endocrinology

Need specialist: 6 months without a period is too long. There are many possible causes and you will need more than a pregnancy test and thyroid tests to sort this out. Suggest you schedule with an endocrinologist. PCOS is a common cause of irregular or absent periods, especially if you are overweight. Also might be ovarian failure.

Answered 7/22/2015

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A member asked:

Ive had no period for 6 months. my regular dr ran blood tests, no pregnancy or thyroid problem. i am anemic, on iron now. what do i ask an obgyn?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Kaplowitz answered

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