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A 36-year-old female asked:

i had a tubal ligation 5 years ago, and have always had normal cycles since. up until now, i've not had a cycle since early february. i'm 36 years o?

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Dr. Kathy Robinsonanswered

Family Medicine 32 years experience

Pregnancy test: Tubal ligations are very reliable but they do occasionally fail. Take a pregnancy test. If you are not pregnant then there are many reason's for a missed period such as hormonal shifts, early menopause, stress, and thyroid disorders. If you are not pregnant and do not get a period soon, see your doctor for an evaluation.

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