Patient's question:
The period came on time, but at 6 months, it was 5 days late. I have an IUD and am currently breastfeeding. What could be the reason?Past treatment and effectiveness: No treatment has been administered.
What help is desired: I want to know if this is normal. If it's not normal, what should I do?
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the length of time it takes for menstruation to return after childbirth varies from person to person and is influenced by certain factors, such as breastfeeding. Generally, breastfeeding can delay the return of menstruation, so the recovery period may be longer. In most cases, menstruation typically returns within a few months to half a year after childbirth. However, for some individuals, due to prolonged breastfeeding, it may take as long as a year or even longer to return. Therefore, if you are still breastfeeding, it is normal for menstruation to not return.