Are Late Periods or Vaginal Itching Indicators of Menstrual Health Concerns?

Published on, 08 January, 2024. Answered by Dr. Mini Sood and Verified by Dr.Galen Team

Patient Question

Hello Doctor,

Is it possible that I could be pregnant or are there other reasons for the delay in my periods, considering my last period was on 3rd December 2023? I had unprotected sex on 16th and 17th December, including an unwanted encounter on 17th December. Additionally, I've been experiencing vaginal itching.

Answered by Dr. Mini Sood

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr.Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

1.Possibility of Pregnancy: Unprotected sex during your fertile window on 16th and 17th December increases the likelihood of pregnancy.

2.Delayed Periods Causes: Menstrual cycles can be influenced by various factors such as stress, hormonal changes, or underlying health issues.

3.Unwanted Encounter Impact: The emotional stress from an unwanted encounter on 17th December may contribute to hormonal fluctuations, potentially affecting your menstrual cycle.

4.Vaginal Itching and Infection: Vaginal itching may be a sign of an infection or other issues. Infections can sometimes disrupt the regularity of menstrual cycles.

5.Pregnancy Test Recommendation: Taking a pregnancy test is a practical step to confirm or rule out pregnancy and gain insight into the possible cause of the delayed periods

Thanks