I haven't gotten my period in two months and I'm scared

[bbreezy849]

I'm 17 and I haven't gotten my period in 2 months. I had light spotting a few weeks ago, which I thought was my period because I had cramps. I'm having cramps that feel like I'm going to get my period but it hasn't come. This has been happening for a few days. I'm a virgin so I can't be pregnant. I had bloodwork done very recently while I was in the hospital but everything came back normal. Right now I'm living with a friend so the only option for a doctor would be planned parenthood. Could it be from stress? I suffer from anxiety and chronic depression, and I have been overly stressed lately. Please help, thank you.

[nenny123]

That happened to me to, I have realy irregular periods I'd get mine every 2 or 3 months its normal. Its from stress or something. Don't worry:) birth control helped me regulate them. Try that

[Rockyshores]

Don't forget that in your teen years your hormones are still fluctuating and trying to get straightened out. You're more susceptible to stress and environmental stuff around you. If this is the first time this has happened, it's likely stress or lifestyle related. Sounds like your body is still going through the motions, so this may just be one of those once in a while things. If the cramps aren't worse than usual and you don't have any kind of major pain, there is probably not a major issue, but it's something to watch. If you go another month without, a gynecologist should be in order, and planned parenthood isn't a bad option. They should be no less knowledgeable than anyone and should be able to get you straightened out fairly quickly. Just be sure to take note of anything out of the ordinary that may be going on physically or emotionally.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
There are numerous reasons for having irregular periods. . High level of stress, cholesterol, hormonal imbalance, chain smoking, dramatic changes in your life style may be some of the common causes of you irregular periods.

If this was the first episode of irregularity in the periods, then wait for the coming cycle and try lifestyle modification by reducing stress and decreasing cholesterol levels. But if the repeat happens, then consult a gynecologist and get yourself thoroughly examined to diagnose the cause of irregular periods and start with the treatment.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.