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Should I meet my gynecologist for missed period?

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Hi doctor,

My LMP was on the 7th of last month. I have done my urine test, and it came negative. Also, I have tested beta hCG, and it is less than one. But I have missed my period without any symptoms. Why? Do I need to visit a gynecologist regarding this missed period?
Answered by Dr. Sonal Prasad

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Dr. Sonal Prasad is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from The West Bengal University of Health Sciences in 2010. She then did her DNB from the National Board of Examinations in 2015. She is also a Childbirth Educator and Lactation Counselor. She is currently working at NuLyf Clinic, in Delhi.

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Hello,

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As your beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) is less than one, you are not pregnant. So, we can safely suggest medication to induce your periods. I suggest tablet Duphaston (Dydrogesterone) 10 mg three times a day. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and take medicine with consent.

Your missed periods will come in five to seven days after stopping the drug. On day 2 of periods, you need to get the following investigations to assess the cause of delayed periods. Serum TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) to rule out thyroid problems, serum PRL (prolactin), and gynecological ultrasound.

Revert with the answer to assist further.

Thank you, and take care.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 17, 2018
Reviewed At February 5, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sonal Prasad is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from The West Bengal University of Health Sciences in 2010. She then did her DNB from the National Board of Examinations in 2015. She is also a Childbirth Educator and Lactation Counselor. She is currently working at NuLyf Clinic, in Delhi.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sonal Prasad is a well-experienced Obstetrics and Gynecologist with 14 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS from The West Bengal University of Health Sciences in 2010. She then did her DNB from the National Board of Examinations in 2015. She is also a Childbirth Educator and Lactation Counselor. She is currently working at NuLyf Clinic, in Delhi.

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