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Im 16, havent had period in 6 months. i started a year and 1/2 ago and they hav been irregular but this is the longest. am i just getting used to it?

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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Periods: I would recommend that you need to have some blood work to check your thyroid. If you are underweight, this could also be a cause of no menstruation.

Dr Rhoades and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/27/2015

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A member asked:

Im 16, havent had period in 6 months. i started a year and 1/2 ago and they hav been irregular but this is the longest. am i just getting used to it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Dr Rhoades and another doctor agreed

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