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February 19th, 2012
can an appendectomy cause my period to be 3 weeks late?


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replied February 20th, 2012
Appendix and Appendicitis Answer A31802
Hello and welcome to E health Forum.

Sometimes stress and inflammation resulting due to surgery can cause delay in the periods, especially in individuals with complications during the surgery, or if you have a low body weight and undernourished (BMI less than 18). You seem to have a BMI of 17.71 which is underweight, which could be the reason for your delayed periods.
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You might consider to consult your doctor or a OB/GYN who can examine you and rule out other causes.
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You may need a few blood tests and a ultrasound of the abdomen (If deemed necessary)‎

I hope this helps



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