My period is 5 days late, should i be worried

One of the most common concerns is a late or missed period, especially when you know you’re not pregnant. Periods typically happen every 28 days.

Irregular periods are very common.

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They may be due to health issues, but when should they cause worry?

Karen Carlson, MD, OB-GYN, explains when a period is considered late.

“Normal cycles occur every 28 days, plus or minus a week,” says Dr. Carlson. “The cycle starts on the first day of your period.

If you’ve gone over 35 days without your period, that would be considered late. Some people go for a few months at a time without a period, and that would be more concerning.”

Hormone imbalances and health conditions are the most common reasons periods are irregular or late, says Dr.

Carlson.

Why haven't i gotten my period this month

Aside from pregnancy and breastfeeding, menopause would be a reason as well.

Some of the most common reasons for late periods include:

1. Medications

“Contraceptive use like birth control pills can cause irregular bleeding,” says Dr.

Carlson. “Other medications, as well as chemotherapy and radiatio

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