WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for December, 2000: Re: irregular pregnancy and ovulation

Re: irregular pregnancy and ovulation

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Wed, 13 Dec 2000 09:37:08 -0600 (CST)

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At Tue, 12 Dec 2000, melanie wrote: >
>up until this past month I have always had a regular period cycle
>(approximately 28-29 days) and lasting anywhere from 3-6 days in lenght.
>i am 33 years old with a 2 year old child. this past month my husband
>and i decided to try to start getting pregnant again. when my period
>was late by a day i was convinced i was pregnant (i also believe i had
>symptoms). unfortunately, 2 pregnancy tests and a blood test later the
>results are negative. so no i have numerous questions. first, i am now
>on day 33 since last period with no signs of it coming (cramping,etc.)
>and wanted to know if this is normal and what could be the cause of such
>a late period? second, how do i determine ovulation this month (assuming
>i get my period) so that i can try to get pregnant? third, is there
>anything i could be taking (that is safe for trying to get pregnant) to
>help regulate my period? and finally, could the thought of wishful
>thinking and hoping i was pregnant have anything to do with me not
>getting my period? i'm so confused and so upset by this. i do
>appologize for the many questions.

If you are not pregnant, then it is likely that you had an anovulatory cycle, something that happens to everyone from time to time. Ovulation predictor kits are widely available, and though a bit pricey, they are effective in establishing the time of ovulation. Your doctor might be able to help you re-establish your cycle with a short course of progesterone. Stress can certainly influence your cycle.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation with, and examination by, a qualified medical professional.

Due to time and energy constraints, I will be unable to answer any personal e-mails. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

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