When Your Cycle Stops Unexpectedly: What You Need to Know to Take Back Control

Imagine waking up one day and realizing your period hasn’t come — but you’re still in your prime reproductive years. It’s a surprising, even scary moment for many women, yet it’s more common than you might think. In fact, as highlighted in the recent article When a woman’s cycle stops from Reuters reporters Daisy Chung, Minami Funakoshi, and Julia Wolfe, many women lose their periods despite still being of reproductive age. So, what’s happening inside our bodies, and more importantly, what can we do about it? Let’s dive into this complex and deeply personal issue together—with hope and practical insight. 

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