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What Causes Delayed Periods?

I am 47 years old and my period has always been regular...but I did not get a period last month and only spotted. I have gained about 7 pounds mostly around my belly....I have less energy but no dry skin or night sweats....I would like to try a low dose of estrogen cream...
posted on Tue, 16 Dec 2014
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Hello
Thank you for asking the question.
Normal cycle become irregular with less or no bleeding at this age may be the initial sign of menopause.
You are not getting other symptoms at present, but wait for few month if you get symptoms tge n consult doctor and then start any hormonal preparation.
Hope this will helpful to you.
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What Causes Delayed Periods?

Hello Thank you for asking the question. Normal cycle become irregular with less or no bleeding at this age may be the initial sign of menopause. You are not getting other symptoms at present, but wait for few month if you get symptoms tge n consult doctor and then start any hormonal preparation. Hope this will helpful to you.