I'm 32 years old. Have 3 kids under 5 all c sections. My husband got a vasectomy 2 years ago. My whole life I was regular. Like a Swiss clock. Til my 3rd baby than irregular but with all 3 of our kids how I knew I was pregnant was I missed my period. Anyways I missed my period. But he has a vasectomy and I'm only 32? Idk what tk think but I tested negative 3 times on 3 dollar store pregnancy tests.... waiting to do blood work. Anyone else go thru this anything else it could be I'm confused
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Hi, guest.
It's understandable that you're feeling confused and concerned about missing your period, especially given your history of regular cycles and the fact that your husband has had a vasectomy. There are several factors that could contribute to a missed period or changes in menstrual regularity, even in the context of a negative pregnancy test and a partner with a vasectomy. Some of these factors include:
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Stress: High levels of stress can affect your menstrual cycle by impacting the hormones that regulate menstruation.
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Hormonal Imbalances: Changes in your hormone levels, which can be influenced by a variety of factors including postpartum hormonal shifts (especially after three pregnancies), can lead to irregular or missed periods.
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Weight Changes: Significant weight loss or gain can disrupt your menstrual cycle.
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Exercise: Intense exercise can sometimes lead to changes in your menstrual cycle.
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Breastfeeding: If you are breastfeeding, this can also impact your menstrual cycle.
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Medical Conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), thyroid disorders, or others, can cause irregularities in your menstrual cycle.
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Age-Related Changes: While you're still relatively young at 32, it's not uncommon for menstrual cycles to start changing in your 30s.
It's good that you're planning to do blood work, as this can provide more insight into what might be causing the missed period.
Remember, vasectomies are highly effective but not 100% guaranteed to prevent pregnancy, so although it's unlikely, it's not impossible. The negative pregnancy tests do suggest that pregnancy is less likely, but blood work will provide a more definitive answer.
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