Why Am I Experiencing Abdominal Pain but No Period?

There are several potential reasons why you might feel abdominal pain even when you aren’t having your period. First, fluctuations in your hormones can sometimes lead to pain in the abdomen; your body might be reacting to changes in estrogen or progesterone levels even if your menstrual bleeding is delayed or absent. Stress and lifestyle factors, such as intense exercise or changes in diet, can also disrupt your regular cycle and cause pain. In some cases, underlying conditions such as ovarian cysts, endometriosis, or pelvic inflammatory disease can cause abdominal discomfort without triggering a period. Endometriosis, for example, is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows in other parts of the pelvis, causing pain even if your period doesn’t occur as expected. Additionally, if you are sexually active, pregnancy could be a possibility—early pregnancy sometimes comes with abdominal pain before a missed period is confirmed. Since abdominal pain and menstrual irregularities can have many different causes, it is important to observe any other symptoms you may have and speak with a healthcare provider for a proper evaluation and appropriate care.