Missed Periods :
Missed periods, or amenorrhea, refers to the absence of menstruation in a woman of reproductive age for three or more successive cycles. It may be due to pregnancy, stress, large weight loss or gain, hormonal imbalance, thyroid problems, extreme exercise, or certain medications. The symptoms will depend on the cause and different signs can occur for the individual such as fatigue, breast tenderness, or mood swings, among others. For missed periods, a health care provider could first conduct a physical exam or take pregnancy and hormonal tests that help to decipher the cause. This treatment can vary from lifestyle changes to something as basic as therapy with hormones or even medications to address an underlying medical condition. Thus, management of missed periods can become an effective aspect of reproductive health.