ok if you have not had your period for 2 months and you haven't had sex whats wrong?

Question

my daughter is 15 and hasen't had her period for almost 2 full months! and I don't know whats wrong. I bought a pregnecy test to test her she's not pregnet so whats wrong with her???

yes I have taken her to a doctor they didn't say anything. so that freaked me out

she and I are like best friends we don't fight and she tells me everything even about boys

Answer 1

I am an ultrasound technician, specializing in OB/GYN. I will tell you what I know, but this cannot replace a thorough exam by a qualified GYN, especially one who specialized in adolescent GYN.

Skipping a period for two months is very common, especially among young women who have only recently begun menstruating. At age fifteen, the level of concern would be directly related to the age of onset of menses. If the onset is recent, I would not be concerned much. However, if she has had regular (monthly) menstrual cycles for a year or longer, I would look for reasons.

Besides issues like poor nutrition, particularly under eating, and especially when coupled with excessive exercise, can amenorrhea (absence of menstruation) IF the patient's body fat ratio is below 14%.

Another reason can be a hormonal imbalance. There are several hormonal situations to consider but a couple are PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and POF (premature ovarian failure).

PCOS is a syndrome which includes amenorrhea, weight gain (more likely), weight loss (less likely), abnormal hair growth (facial, arms, groin), increased testosterone levels, insulin imbalance and, in some instances, infertility. PCOS typically menstruate only 1 - 3 times a year, but there are exceptions. Infertility occurs because the patient does not ovulate regularly. Ovulation, without fertilization leads to menstruation. Without ovulation, there will be no menses.

Premature Ovarian Failure is also a hormonal imbalance. It is associated with poor sexual maturity (physically), including undeveloped or underdeveloped breasts.

I'm pretty sure both PCOS and POF are treated with oral contraception, (the pill).

Just a note, as an ultrasound technician, I've seen many patients come to me for pelvic exam to "rule out PCOS." PCOS can neither be confirmed nor ruled out by ultrasound. A blood test targeted for certain hormonal levels is the standard for PCOS. I would assume the same would apply for POV. This is not to say an pelvic ultrasound exam would be of no value to your daughter. Sometimes ovarian cysts are found which can be associated with amenorrhea, even in the absence of PCOS and POV.

There are countless internet resources available which can better educate you than I have room here. I am an advocate of patients taking part in their health care by becoming well educated so they know what to expect of their physicians and other healthcare workers. I also feel patients should follow their gut instincts and if they are "freaked out" (as you put it) by the care they receive (or DON'T receive) they should get another opinion.... and another if they really feel secure in their suspicions.

Good luck. Here is one website to get you started. Just try to relax. It is most likely either simply an irregular cycle or a hormonal imbalance, and either situation is not the end of the world. Just find a good doctor. If you have a women's health hospital in your area, check there for a reference. Or, if you have a children's hospital in your area, I'm sure they could recommend someone.

Answer 2

This could be a number of things. First of all because she's only 15 her periods could still be irregular and may not come every month. Stress could be the cause of not having a period or if she is athletic and very physically active it could also be held off because of that. But I wouldn't freak out especially since she is so young...periods are very unpredictable at that age. If you are still worried about it you should have her see a gyn (especially if you went as far as to give her a pregnancy test!! If you think she is sexually active at that age put that girl on some birth control, which would be a great way to regulate her periods anyway)

Answer 3

If shes nervous for exams shell be stressed that can cause it but i would either buy another pregnancy test and do it in the morning or take her to the doctor is there any chance she could be on the contraceptive pill without you knowing because this can have these effects

Answer 4

Until around age 18-19, it can be irregular. Stress may also be the cause of it. Something else to look into, has she lost weight or not been eating properly? Missing periods can be a sign of anorexia. Just something to look out for.

Answer 5

At 15 I was lucky to get my period 3 times in a year. Most girls aren't regular at all...I doubt if it's anything to be concerned about. Hormones, diet, medications, stress...all have an effect.

Answer 6

It could be emotional stress or just stress in general. Have things happened in her life that usually don't happen? Has she had a lot going on lately? Ask her some questions. Take her to a doctor just to be sure.

Answer 7

your frame might be replacing the way in which you get your interval,i was a complete month with out it, considering i used to be pregnant however in flip i wasn't,it used to be for the reason that i used to be beneath plenty of pressure that my interval give up coming, you might even be in plenty of pressure simply stressful if you're or now not,you simply ought to calm down and notice if it comes down in a couple of days, if not anything nonetheless does not occur you will have to see a healthcare professional,it might imply whatever is mistaken

Answer 8

Yes stress is one factor in missing a period. also the actual physical development level.if shes just starting it may be irregular at first. exercise can make her skip a period. other than that have her ovaries checked out and female hormone levels.

Answer 9

Don't worry it is very normaly for young girls to have irregular periods as the body clock hasn't quite finished setting up properly.

If they still aren't regular in a couple of years ask your doctor.

Answer 10

It could be she is stressed or troubled about something. It also could be either a change in her weight either way...up or down...that can cause a change in her period. You need to take her to a gynecologist so you can find out for sure...good luck to you and your daughter!