A late period shouldn't always be a pregnancy scare. Here are five other reasons why your period might be delayed.
STRESS
We always underestimate the physical symptoms of stress. It can severely disrupt your hormones, which can cause a delay in your periods.
LOW BODY WEIGHT
Being significantly underweight puts your body at risk of amenorrhea as your body doesn't have enough fat for ovulation.
OVERWEIGHT
Just like being underweight, excess body fat can also lead to irregularities in your menstrual cycle.
PCOS
PCOS is a metabolic syndrome that disrupts your hormonal balance. It can increase the male hormone in your body.
THYROID PROBLEM
The thyroid gland plays a very important role in regulating periods and other functions. An overactive or underactive thyroid can lead to missed periods.
CONCLUSION
While there are other reasons for a delay in periods, it is always advisable to take a pregnancy test if you are sexually active.