late period. On the pill

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Registered: 05-14-2004
late period. On the pill
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Thu, 09-08-2005 - 6:24pm
Hi,
I am 41 yrs. old, have been on the pill for about 15 years with no problems. I have been under a lot of stress at work this past month especially and 2 weeks ago was stung by a bee and had a bad reaction (but I did not get any medical attention). Anyway....my period is 4 days late which is very unusual given that I'm on the pill (Ortho Novum 777). I had cramps for days as usual but no "aunt flo". Has anyone every had this happen to them or heard of it happening to anyone? I know stress can cause you to miss a period, but is that still true if you are on the pill? I'm in good shape, haven't been on any other meds...Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Jeanine
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Registered: 05-14-2003
Fri, 09-09-2005 - 10:39am

Hello Jeanine!


Try not to panic yet.

 


 


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Registered: 03-19-2003
Sat, 09-10-2005 - 1:12am

Greetings and Welcome Jeanine,


Welcome to Other Women's Health Issues!


cl-flowers

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Registered: 05-14-2004
Sat, 09-10-2005 - 11:39am
Thank you for your replies. I took a hpt this morning and it was negative. Still haven't gotten my period and start my new pill cycle tomorrow. I will take another hpt next week. If I miss my next period I'll make an appointment with my gyno. I'll also check out the menopause/perimenopause message board. Thanks for the information.
Jeanine
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Registered: 10-18-2003
Thu, 09-15-2005 - 8:02pm

Hi jmf,

I've had the same experience before (not including the bee sting). I've gone about 3 days late before getting it and I'm also on the pill. I really believe that stress has a lot to do with it. Good luck!