Dealing with celiac and menstrual cycle

[annirosex]

Does anyone know how celiac can affect your menstrual cycle? I’ve noticed a lot of changes since my diagnosis and as I am on the mini contraceptive pill I was wondering if they could mix with one another. Also, the committing from celiac has led to my menstrual cycle being unpredictable regardless of my pill.

[Scott Adams]

Celiac disease can indeed impact your menstrual cycle due to the body's impaired nutrient absorption, which may lead to deficiencies in iron, vitamins, and minerals essential for hormonal balance. Malnutrition and chronic inflammation from untreated celiac can disrupt ovulation and cycle regularity, potentially causing irregular or missed periods. Additionally, vomiting from celiac flare-ups could affect the effectiveness of the mini-pill, as consistent absorption is crucial for contraception. Since the mini-pill has a narrower window for error compared to combined pills, gastrointestinal issues might reduce its reliability. It’s worth discussing these concerns with your doctor—they may recommend adjusting your contraceptive method or closely monitoring nutrient levels to stabilize both your celiac symptoms and menstrual cycle. Tracking symptoms and dietary adherence could also help identify patterns. Hope this helps!