Patient's question:
Gender: FemaleAge: 24
My last menstrual period was on October 6th, and it has not arrived by November 12th. Usually, it delays by 6 days. I have just given birth 8 months ago, and my milk supply is still quite good. Am I pregnant? What should I do?
Doctor's answer:
Now the pregnancy cannot be completely ruled out as there is no confirmation yet, because the delay in menstruation is still relatively short. It is necessary to wait until one week after the menstrual period to use early pregnancy test strips to confirm whether pregnancy has occurred. Alternatively, you can go to the hospital to check blood hCG to confirm pregnancy. A delayed menstrual period could also be caused by factors such as fatigue, poor rest, stress, anxiety, environmental changes, gynecological inflammation, or endocrine disorders. It is recommended to go to the hospital for tests including the six sex hormones and an ultrasound to identify the cause and then receive targeted treatment.