
A series of changes occur in the puberty-hit female body to prepare it for a possible pregnancy. When there is no conception, these changes are reversed and the excess of contents are discharged out of the body in the form of menstrual periods. This is a monthly cycle. Thus, a late or missed period serves as an indication that the woman is pregnant. Although the average number of days the cycle lasts for is 28 days, the exact number differs for every woman. It is also noteworthy that the cycle is completely a hormonal play. And hormones are subject to alterations and regulations by the immediate surroundings and activity. So, there may be reasons other than pregnancy for a late … Continue reading
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