What causes delayed menstruation, mild lower abdominal pain, and abnormal vaginal discharge?
Disease description:
About a week before my expected period, I had intercourse with my boyfriend, but he did not ejaculate inside me. It has now been about seven days past my due date and my period still hasn't arrived. I also have mild lower abdominal pain and slight abnormalities in vaginal discharge. What could be causing the delayed period, mild abdominal pain, and abnormal discharge?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Aiming
Delayed menstruation, mild lower abdominal pain, and abnormal vaginal discharge may be related to pregnancy. After conception, pelvic congestion and uterine blood engorgement can cause abdominal discomfort. Additionally, increased estrogen levels during pregnancy can lead to an increase in vaginal discharge. A pregnancy test strip can be used for confirmation; two lines indicate a positive result, meaning pregnancy. Extra caution should be taken to avoid strenuous exercise to prevent miscarriage. These symptoms may also be associated with gynecological inflammations such as vaginitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and adnexitis. If pregnancy has been ruled out, it is important to promptly visit a hospital for ultrasound examination, vaginal secretion analysis, and a panel of six sex hormone tests to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment.
