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17 nonsexual female,hasn't gotten period in 46 days,normally period cycle 35-38 days.i am underweight,i weigh 105and i'm 5"5.i think i might be celiac or gluten sensitive.can underweight a little or celiac affect my period cycle or should i concerned?

Q: 17 nonsexual female,hasn't gotten period in 46 days,normally period cycle 35-38 days.i am underweight,i weigh 105and i'm 5"5.i think i might be celiac or gluten sensitive.can underweight a little or celiac affect my period cycle or should i concerned?

: Underweight persons commonly show lack of periods or irregular periods. Talk to a Dr about your Celiac/gluten concerns as low food intake can cause weight loss and interfere with menstrual cycles.

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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Underweight persons commonly show lack of periods or irregular periods. Talk to a Dr about your Celiac/gluten concerns as low food intake can cause weight loss and interfere with menstrual cycles.

Answered 11/30/2022

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A member asked:

17 nonsexual female,hasn't gotten period in 46 days,normally period cycle 35-38 days.i am underweight,i weigh 105and i'm 5"5.i think i might be celiac or gluten sensitive.can underweight a little or celiac affect my period cycle or should i concerned?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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