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How can I manage hormonal imbalances at the age of 22?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old female experiencing hormonal imbalances, which manifest as excessive facial hair, coarse and thick hair growth, acne, rough skin on my face and back, as well as significant hair loss. Additionally, I am dealing with hyperpigmentation and struggling to lose weight, a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Based on your symptoms, it seems like you may be dealing with a condition known as androgenital syndrome, which is inherited and can lead to the development of male sexual characteristics such as facial hair growth and weight gain. To fu... Read Full »
I am experiencing breast pain and delayed periods. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20 year old female. My period is delayed and I am sexually active. I have not had unprotected sex. The problem is 2 years back I was diagnosed with fibroadenoma . No biopsy was done but doctor told it was probably that. Now when my period got delayed, I started having period cramp ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Fibroadenoma is a benign breast tumor but it is hormone dependent. The pain in abdomen you described seems like a premenstrual pain. At times our periods can get delayed due to hormonal imbalance. Stress, change in environment, etc., can change or trigger a hormonal ... Read Full »
I have been experiencing hormonal imbalance. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old female. I have been experiencing a wide range of symptoms that lead me to suspect the presence of a hormonal imbalance. These symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, unexplained weight fluctuations, persistent fatigue, mood swings, and changes in skin conditions.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. The menstrual cycle is controlled by a set of hormones that are supposed to be within the normal range. However, there are cases where people develop insulin resistance resulting in irregular periods, unexplained weight fluctuation, and mood s... Read Full »
My periods are delayed despite using contraception. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I had Nexplanon in for six months and had a period on it for three months straight. But, I did not get period for the last three months. I had it removed before 20 days and no period still. While on it, I would throw up and even after having it removed, I puked. Since being removed, my n... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Nexplanon is a progesterone having implant (Etonogestrel). After insertion, the menses can be irregular or even stopped for 6 months to almost 1 year. But, if you had not gotten your period since last three months and you had regular intercourse, then you should do a ur... Read Full »
I have pregnancy symptoms with a contraceptive implant. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22 year old female, who has a 2 years old son. After he was born, I got a contraceptive implant. At first, the bleeding was not stopping, so the doctor made me take contraceptive pills, which helped stop the bleeding. The bleeding stopped for eight months, then when I started getti... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, I feel you are not having a good time with the implant. This subcutaneous device keeps releasing hormones throughout the speculated time. But this period issue is the main problem. As you are nearing the due date for removal of this device, there is a ... Read Full »
Why did I have delayed periods with negative pregnancy test?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old and I am sexually active. Last month, I had sex twice using condoms. I did not get my periods for the past two months. Frequently, I have delayed periods for few days. So I took a pregnancy test last week and it came back negative. I do not know whether I am pregnant ... Read Full »
Dr. Mishra Keeranmayee Mihirkumar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need to know the exact date of your last period. Please mention whether you have any weight gain, excessive facial or body hair, delayed periods, and dark pigmentation around the neck or armpits. As your pregnancy test is negative, you have a chance of developing PCOS... Read Full »
My periods are delayed after taking the emergency pill. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected sex on the seventh day of my periods, and I have five days bleeding. I took an I-pill on the 58th hour. I had bleeding on the seventh day after taking the pill. But, I am 10 days late for my periods, from the last month's date. I am worried. Please help. Is there any ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sexual contact on the seventh day of periods will not make you pregnant, as they are the safe period. You should not have taken I-pill. I-pills are meant for emergency contraception and not for routine use. These are hormonal medicines and can disturb and disrupt your c... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am 14 years old, and I developed a lot of pimples last year. So I started using skin care products like foaming cleansers, toners (100% alcohol-free and organic), and facial moisturizers. Because of these, I am finally free from pimples, whenever I have my menstruation. My mom said t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Melasma is hyperpigmentation of the face and sun-exposed areas, and when induced by pregnancy, it is called chloasma. It is common in women, especially in their reproductive years. The exact cause is not known. ... Read Full »
Is Cushing's syndrome the cause for hair on my face, hands, and legs?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 19 year old female. I have hair on my face, hands, and legs. I have regular periods. My weight is 50 kg, and I am 153 cm tall. Is this Cushing's syndrome? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your query. Excess unwanted hair at unusual sites requires investigation for any underlying hormonal abnormality even if the cycles are regular. It is routine to go for a few blood tests to look for any underlying hormonal abnormality. Laser hair reduct... Read Full »
My periods have been delayed. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I missed my period. It was supposed to start today, but it has not started yet; I am wondering why! Please help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, We welcome you to the icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence you place in me for your healthcare consultation. I can understand your concern. A delay in your periods can be due to any of the following reasons: 1. It can be due to pregnancy if there is a history of unprotected sex; make... Read Full »