At the age of 40, it is normal for menstruation to be delayed for 7 days, and if it is delayed for a longer period of time, it may be related to pregnancy or endocrine disorders.
The normal cycle of women’s menstruation is 21-35 days, the average is 28 days, due to the different physical condition of individuals, there may be early or delayed situation, generally in about 7 days are normal. If it is delayed for more than 7 days, it may be related to the following reasons:
1. Pregnancy: If a woman’s period is delayed at the age of 40, in the case of sexual intercourse, it may indicate the presence of pregnancy in the organism. After pregnancy, the ovaries will not secrete estrogen and progesterone cyclically, which will lead to the disappearance of the menstrual cycle. It is recommended to go to the hospital in time for HCG test to make a judgment.
2. Endocrine disorders: delayed menstruation at 40 years old may also be related to the body’s recent late night, dietary intake and other factors that cause hormone level disorders, which in turn delayed menstruation.
There may be other reasons for delayed menstruation at the age of 40, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, improve the examination to clarify the cause of the disease, and then give targeted treatment or treatment.