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Q: Amenorrhea and hypogonadism

asked by: DoctorQuestion on July 7th, 2008

I just want to know if there are any health problems with missing this many months (nearly 4), I was completely regular before that, should I seek medical advice?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on July 9th, 2008

Menstruation Answer A4384

Missing the period for more than 3 months is called amenorrhea. It could be due to pregnancy so the first thing you should do is take a home pregnancy test. If the test is negative you could have a decreased function of the reproductive system (hypogonadism). Lack of the period can also be due to the presence of a functionally active ovarian cyst.

You should consult a gynecologist.

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