Jump to content
  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.




  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):



    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):


  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Another Period Question


lob6796

Recommended Posts

lob6796 Contributor

I went to the doc yesterday because of an unrelated issue and while I was there they asked when my last period was. Now this wasn't my regular doc, he was out so I was seeing a nurse practitioner. I can't remember the last time I had my period. Some time before I had my daughter probably? She is 2.5. I was on depoprovera for a bit after I had her, but I honestly can't remember the last time I had my period. I meant to ask and forgot, the other woman's post reminded me. Could this be a symptom of the celiac? She seemed concerned about it, but I hadn't really thought about it.. "don't rock the boat!" if you know what I mean. She wants me to mention it to my regular doc next time I see him, so I thought I'd ask around here to get some input before I do. I suppose it is strange but, oh well! LOL


Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):



Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):



CarlaB Enthusiast

I would Google Depoprovera ... Hormonal contraception can have long term effects with some women. I have heard of this happening (I used to teach natural family planning).

Also, if you've gotten thin from the celiac, it's normal to stop having periods if your body fat gets too low (or too high). Estrogen is fat soluble.

DarkIvy Explorer

Hmm...

I'm not really sure... periods, celiac, and birth control are all things that seem to be so variable between everyone. It would make sense that period issues would go along with celiac- if one is already malnourished as a result of celiac, then not getting periods would make sense.

Depo Provera is such scary stuff. I've only talked to a couple people who had any luck with it, but I've talked to a great deal of people who tried it and had tons of nasty side effects. It's supposed to make bleeding stop pretty much all together, but that didn't happen at all for me. When I was on my second shot, I bled for about two weeks. On my third shot, I bled for nearly six weeks. I had to start regular birth control pills while the depo was still in my system to get the bleeding to stop. In addition, I felt more depressed than usual and just felt odd, not myself.

Sorry I can't be much help, just though I'd offer some of my experience.

confusedks Enthusiast

kilcan,

I have read almost everywhere that Celiac and irregular menses are related. I haven't had my period in almost 5 months. Last year, I had it for 90 days in a ROW!!! :( My ob/gyn doesn;t really know why this is happening, but I have lost a bit of weight in the recent months, so that could be why. Good luck.

Kassandra

deesmith Apprentice
I went to the doc yesterday because of an unrelated issue and while I was there they asked when my last period was. Now this wasn't my regular doc, he was out so I was seeing a nurse practitioner. I can't remember the last time I had my period. Some time before I had my daughter probably? She is 2.5. I was on depoprovera for a bit after I had her, but I honestly can't remember the last time I had my period. I meant to ask and forgot, the other woman's post reminded me. Could this be a symptom of the celiac? She seemed concerned about it, but I hadn't really thought about it.. "don't rock the boat!" if you know what I mean. She wants me to mention it to my regular doc next time I see him, so I thought I'd ask around here to get some input before I do. I suppose it is strange but, oh well! LOL

Here's an interesting link for you. Go to C. Additional Conditions. Then you can right click on the first one if you want more information.

It definately can be related to celiac disease.

deesmith Apprentice
I went to the doc yesterday because of an unrelated issue and while I was there they asked when my last period was. Now this wasn't my regular doc, he was out so I was seeing a nurse practitioner. I can't remember the last time I had my period. Some time before I had my daughter probably? She is 2.5. I was on depoprovera for a bit after I had her, but I honestly can't remember the last time I had my period. I meant to ask and forgot, the other woman's post reminded me. Could this be a symptom of the celiac? She seemed concerned about it, but I hadn't really thought about it.. "don't rock the boat!" if you know what I mean. She wants me to mention it to my regular doc next time I see him, so I thought I'd ask around here to get some input before I do. I suppose it is strange but, oh well! LOL

Sorry!!!! here's the link:

Open Original Shared Link

Guest j_mommy

I am on Depo...I do 6 months depo and then 6 months Yaz. I don't really have any negative side affects from depo.

But my Dr told me that not having my period afterward is a side affect. Some people do get their period on Depo(some for extended periods of time), I do not. Just thought I'd share teh info I've learned abotu it!

My friend has had lots of period problems....she would get it for 3 months and then not have it for awhile. Now she takes meds to start and stop her period....they are trying to have another baby. She has give up on Reg docs and goes to an obgyn instead...she has had luck there.


Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):



Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):



lob6796 Contributor
I am on Depo...I do 6 months depo and then 6 months Yaz. I don't really have any negative side affects from depo.

But my Dr told me that not having my period afterward is a side affect. Some people do get their period on Depo(some for extended periods of time), I do not. Just thought I'd share teh info I've learned abotu it!

My friend has had lots of period problems....she would get it for 3 months and then not have it for awhile. Now she takes meds to start and stop her period....they are trying to have another baby. She has give up on Reg docs and goes to an obgyn instead...she has had luck there.

I don't get my period while I am on depo. I've stopped taking depo because it causes irreversible bone loss. Off of depo though, I normally get my period (in the past) after 3 mos or so. In 3 years I've probably been on depo for 6 months.

I might see an obgyn about it... I don't have one at the moment but it may be worth looking into. Hopefully she will know something about celiac too :)

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.


  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):



  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      131,855
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748

    Tara M
    Newest Member
    Tara M
    Joined

  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):


  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.4k
    • Total Posts
      1m

  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):





  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):



  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • cristiana
      @Colleen H   I am just curious,  when you were tested for coeliac disease, did the doctors find out if you had any deficiencies? Sometimes muscle pain can be caused by certain deficiencies, for example, magnesium, vitamin D, calcium, and potassium.   Might be worth looking into having some more tests.  Pins and needles can be neuropathy, again caused by deficiencies, such as iron and B12,  which can be reversed if these deficiencies are addressed. In the UK where I live we are usually only tested for iron, B12 and vitamin D deficiencies at diagnosis.   I was very iron anemic and supplementation made a big difference.  B12 was low normal, but in other countries the UK's low normal would be considered a deficiency.  My vitamin D was low normal, and I've been supplementing ever since (when I remember to take it!) My pins and needles definitely started to improve when my known deficiencies were addressed.  My nutritionist also gave me a broad spectrum supplement which really helped, because I suspect I wasn't just deficient in what I mention above but in many other vitamins and minerals.  But a word of warning, don't take iron unless blood tests reveal you actually need it, and if you are taking it your levels must be regularly monitored because too much can make you ill.  (And if you are currently taking iron, that might actually be making your stomach sore - it did mine, so my GP changed my iron supplementation to a gentler form, ferrous gluconate). Lastly, have you been trying to take anything to lessen the pain in your gut?  I get a sore stomach periodically, usually when I've had too much rich food, or when I have had to take an aspirin or certain antibiotics, or after glutening.  When this happens, I take for just a few days a small daily dose of OTC omeprazole.  I also follow a reflux or gastritis diet. There are lots online but the common denominators to these diets is you need to cut out caffeine, alcohol, rich, spicy, acidic food etc and eat small regularly spaced meals.   When I get a sore stomach, I also find it helpful to drink lots of water.  I also find hot water with a few slices of ginger very soothing to sip, or camomile tea.  A wedge pillow at night is good for reflux. Also,  best not to eat a meal 2-3 hours before going to bed. If the stomach pain is getting worse, though, it would be wise to see the doctor again. I hope some of this helps. Cristiana    
    • Me,Sue
      I was diagnosed with coeliac disease a couple of years ago [ish]. I love my food and a variety of food, so it's been hard, as it is with everyone. I try and ensure everything I eat doesn't contain gluten, but occasionally I think something must have got through that has gluten in. Mainly I know because I have to dash to the loo, but recently I have noticed that I feel nauseous after possibly being glutened. I think the thing that I have got better at is knowing what to do when I feel wiped out after a gluten 'episode'. I drink loads of water, and have just started drinking peppermint tea. I also have rehydration powders to drink. I don't feel like eating much, but eventually feel like I need to eat. Gluten free flapjacks, or gluten free cereal, or a small gluten free kids meal are my go to. I am retired, so luckily I can rest, sometimes even going to bed when nothing else works. So I feel that I am getting better at knowing how to try and get back on track. I am also trying to stick to a simpler menu and eat mostly at home so that I can be more confident about what I am eating. THANKS TO THOSE WHO REPLIED ABOUT THE NAUSEA .
    • Francis M
      Thanks. Since the back and forth and promises of review and general stalling went on for more than six months, the credit company will no longer investigate. They have a cutoff of maybe six months.
    • Scott Adams
      Is this the same restaurant? https://www.facebook.com/TheHappyTartFallsChurch/ Is it too late to take this up with your credit card company? Normally you have a few months to do a chargeback with them. It seems very odd that they are taking this approach with someone who is likely to be a regular customer--not a good business-minded way of handling things!
    • Scott Adams
      Many people with celiac disease, especially those who are in the 0-2 year range of their recovery, have additional food intolerance issues which could be temporary. To figure this out you may need to keep a food diary and do an elimination diet over a few months. Some common food intolerance issues are dairy/casein, eggs, corn, oats, and soy. The good news is that after your gut heals (for most people who are 100% gluten-free this will take several months to two years) you may be able to slowly add some these items back into your diet after the damaged villi heal. This article may be helpful: The most common nutrient deficiencies associated with celiac disease that may lead to testing for the condition include iron, vitamin D, folate (vitamin B9), vitamin B12, calcium, zinc, and magnesium.  Unfortunately many doctors, including my own doctor at the time, don't do extensive follow up testing for a broad range of nutrient deficiencies, nor recommend that those just diagnosed with celiac disease take a broad spectrum vitamin/mineral supplement, which would greatly benefit most, if not all, newly diagnosed celiacs. Because of this it took me decades to overcome a few long-standing issues I had that were associated with gluten ataxia, for example numbness and tingling in my feet, and muscle knots--especially in my shoulders an neck. Only long term extensive supplementation has helped me to resolve these issues.        
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.