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Wat Could Cause Spotting For More Than A Week Apart From A Missed Period?
Question: I have been spotting on and off for 11 days. It is not heavy enough for a tampon. I was due my period on the 12th July and I still have not gotten it. I suffer from severe anxiety so this has me very worried. I am seeing my GP later in the week but I need some advice before then as it has me extremely worried. I have asked the same question yesterday but I did not receive an answer.
Brief Answer:
Most likely anxiety related, rule out pregnancy
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Anxiety and stress can cause menstrual irregularities in women. The spotting is likely due to stress related to anxiety. You will likely get your normal period in next few days.
If not, hormone supplementation with Norethisterone for a week can help normalize your menstrual cycle again.
Also, please do a home pregnancy test if you are sexually active. Please take the pregnancy test with the first urine sample in the morning.
Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi
Most likely anxiety related, rule out pregnancy
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Anxiety and stress can cause menstrual irregularities in women. The spotting is likely due to stress related to anxiety. You will likely get your normal period in next few days.
If not, hormone supplementation with Norethisterone for a week can help normalize your menstrual cycle again.
Also, please do a home pregnancy test if you are sexually active. Please take the pregnancy test with the first urine sample in the morning.
Hope this answers your question. Please let me know if you need further clarification.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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