Patient's question:
Female, 24 years old. Can delayed menstruation affect pregnancy? My period has always been delayed, and I have been trying to conceive for over a year now. I want to ask if this delayed menstruation can affect normal conception. If anyone knows, please let me know.Doctor's answer:
Does delayed menstruation affect pregnancy? Generally speaking, for women of reproductive age experiencing delayed menstruation, the main factors to consider are: 1) Psychological factors: Abnormal fluctuations in emotions such as excessive stress, sadness, or joy can certainly interfere with the normal functioning of the central nervous system, thereby affecting the regulation of ovarian function, which determines menstrual changes, leading to menstrual disorders. (2) Nutritional status. (3) Changes in external working conditions, living environment, and climate: Irregular daily routines, staying up late, poor rest, or sudden extreme cold or heat can all disrupt a woman's menstrual cycle. For your situation, it is recommended to seek medical examination as soon as possible. After identifying the cause, active treatment should be pursued. Long-term menstrual irregularity can also affect fertility.