Missed or Irregular Periods
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Have you missed a period?
See significance of missing a period if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Have you had a tubal ligation?
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Have you missed two periods, and there is no obvious cause?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: July 5, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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