Patient's question:
I am 17 years old, and my menstrual cycle is irregular. Sometimes, I don't get my period for several months. I am relatively overweight and have taken progesterone pills in the past. I want to ask what I should do if my period doesn't come for several months?Doctor's answer:
Under normal circumstances, a woman's menstrual cycle is around 28 to 30 days. Due to factors such as physical condition, environmental stress, and others, it is normal for a woman's menstrual cycle to be one week earlier or later. If the menstrual cycle extends beyond 35 days without occurrence, it is usually considered that the irregular menstruation is caused by endocrine disorders of the ovaries, polycystic ovary syndrome, or hyperprolactinemia. In such cases, it is generally recommended to first undergo a gynecological examination at the hospital, including a color ultrasound and a six-hormone test, to confirm the diagnosis.