MENTRUAL PERIOD, MISSED OR LATE

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR MISSED OR LATE MENSTRUAL PERIOD

Call 911 Now (you may need an ambulance) If

• Passed out
• Severe abdominal pain

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

• You feel weak or very sick
• Abdominal pain and you are pregnant
• Abdominal pain and you might be pregnant

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

• You have other questions or concerns
• You are pregnant
• You want a pregnancy test done in the office
• Recent weight loss
• Age greater than 45
• Missed 2 or more periods in a row
• Missed period has occurred 2 or more times in the last year

Self Care at Home If

• Missed or late period and you don't think you need to be seen

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Adult SelfCareNavigator. Copyright © 2000-2004 David Thompson, M.D. FACEP

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 8/2004

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